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It's all about getting back what you put in, so here's a family recipe for compost.
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Good compost contains a balance of carbon and nitrogen.
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For every 30 parts brown, put in one part green.
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Compost likes water, but not too much.
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Compost needs oxygen, so regularly turn over the contents.
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Meat scraps and dairy products are a no-go for composting.
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Fish are not recommended, but their bones are okay in small doses.
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Avoid adding glossy or bleached paper, old tires, treated timber products, and citrus to the compost bin.
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Weeds are fine as long as they don't have seed heads.
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Animal waste from birds, dogs, cats, and humans should be avoided.
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Wood ashes can be used, but be careful if adding them to a heavy clay soil.
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Tree branches and eucalyptus leaves are fine as long as they're not diseased.
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Lawn clippings are fine, but add some dried leaves or newspaper if there’s a lot.
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Citrus is acidic and slow to break down, so it's not recommended.
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Coffee and tea bags are fantastic for composting.
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Pizza containers have a great carbon content and can be used.
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Newspaper is great, but avoid the super glossy inserts.
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Crush eggshells before adding them to compost.
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Don't add plants with diseases to the compost.
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Monitor the compost for progress and adjust as needed.
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Avoid putting meat scraps and dairy into the bin to keep away rats, mice, blowflies, and maggots.
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Protect the compost from rats and mice by using chicken wire around the base or getting a cat.
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Composting reduces waste sent to landfill and is beneficial for the garden.
