<p>Back-to-basics gardening that will benefit the earth and your wallet! </p><p>Want to use ordinary waste to create an extraordinary garden? Composting lets you turn household food waste, yard clippings, and more into free compost and mulch that's chock-full of nutrients. From building and working with traditional compost bins to starting an indoor worm-composting operation, Composting For Dummies makes these often intimidating projects easy, fun, and accessible for anyone!<ul> <li><p>Digging into compost basics ? get a handle on the benefits of composting and the tools you'll need to get started</li> <li><p>Choosing the best method and location ? find the best composting method and location that's right for you, whether it's above ground, in a hole, in a container or bin, or even right in your kitchen </li> <li><p>Building your pile ? learn which ingredients can go into your compost pile, what stays out, and how to mix it all up in the right proportions</li> <li><p>Stepping beyond traditional composting ? get the lowdown on vermicomposting (letting worms eat your garbage), growing green manures to compost later, and sheet composting in the same spot you plan to plant</li></ul><p>Open the book and find:<ul> <li><p>A step-by-step guide to composting</li> <li><p>The right gear and tools for the job </li> <li><p>Tips on constructing your own composting containers and bins</li> <li><p>Materials you can safely compost (and those to avoid)</li> <li><p>Cover crops to improve your soil now and compost later</li> <li><p>Recommendations for using your finished compost</li> <li><p>What worms contribute to your compost</li> <li><p>Troubleshooting advice if your compost pile isn't cooperating </li></ul><p>Learn to:<ul> <li><p>Turn household food waste, yard clippings, and more into nutrient-rich compost</li> <li><p>Build and maintain your own compost bin</li> <li><p>Use worms to aid in composting, both indoors and out</li> <li><p>Give your vegetable and flower gardens a boost of energy</li></ul>