Once all those pretty autumn leaves fall to your yard, they are often treated as a waste product—but these leaves are the beginning of nutrient-rich garden soil, and they make an excellent habitat for ...

Composting is the natural process of recycling organic materials into nutrient-rich fertilizer. It’s a great way to put your kitchen scraps and yard waste to good use, supercharge your soil and plants ...

The first question most people have when considering home composting is critters—won’t a pile of food scraps in your yard attract rodents and raccoons? Unfortunately, the answer is yes, but there are ...

Welcome to Sustainability with Sarah! I’m the climate change and environmental reporter for The Greenville News covering issues and solutions across the Upstate. In this weekly column, I will answer ...

Composting is one of the simplest ways to give your garden a steady supply of natural nutrients. It turns everyday scraps and yard waste into something your plants will love. If you’re trying to get ...

If you want to reduce waste and grow healthier plants but don’t have a backyard, composting is still possible. You can easily start composting in small spaces like apartments or balconies using simple ...

In case you missed it, the planet is dying (thanks to us!). So, naturally, consumers have taken it upon themselves to do their part in reducing their waste usage by cultivating a more sustainable ...

Making your own compost for your yard is a brilliant way to repurpose organic waste, like food and plant scraps, and feed your plants with a whole host of nutrients that support strong and healthy ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio — This Earth Day, you can make a difference in your home and community by picking up composting. Composting is something that already happens in nature. It is an anaerobic process that ...

Composting involves decomposing organic materials to create nutrient-rich soil. A compost pile needs a balance of green (nitrogen-rich) and brown (carbon-rich) materials. Maintaining proper moisture, ...

Molasses, the indispensable ingredient in gingerbread and so many other baked goods, also has some uses around the home and garden. Not only does the sweet ingredient have a reputation for repelling ...