Make Your Own Compost

Person adding plant material to a wooden compost bin

Build and manage a composting system with bins, covers, aerators, thermometers, books, kitchen collection containers, and compost starters. Choose tools for the volume of material, available space, and composting method you plan to use.

Choose the Right Composting Supplies

  • Containment: Select a bin, cover, or kitchen container sized for the material stream and space.
  • Air and temperature: Aerators and thermometers help you monitor and manage the pile.
  • Compost starters: Use Espoma Organic Compost Starter only at the current package rate and as part of a balanced mix of green and brown materials.
  • Learning resources: Use books and guides to match the method to your site and materials.

When the compost is mature, explore compost tea brewing supplies or read how to make compost for compost tea.