Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Green Johanna Hot Composter with Winter Jacket

Green Johanna Hot Composter with Winter Jacket Review



Green Johanna Hot Composter with Winter Jacket Feature

  • Includes winter jacket to accelerate composting time in winter months
  • Designed to be rodent proof
The is different from a standard compost bin because it is designed to be rodent proof and is well insulated. This means that the composting process is quicker than in a standard compost bin and you can put in all types of food waste, including cooked food, bones, fish and meat, which should not be added to a standard compost bin. The Green Johanna features a winter jacket which can be used to accelerate the composting process. The winter jacket helps to speed up the composting process in wintertime when the composting process slows down due to low
air temperature. The jacket should be fitted when the average temperature falls below 40° F and removed when the temperature
is consistently above 50° F. It is important to remember to remove the jacket when the temperature rises. This is because if the compost becomes too hot the
creatures which make compost can die, halting the composting process. It is important that you put both green (wet) and
brown (dry) materials into your composter. A good starting point is to use one part brown materials to two parts green.
Green materials are wet and contain lots of nitrogen. They break down quickly and help to keep the compost moist.
Brown materials contain lots of carbon. They break down more slowly and add structure to your compost. It is important to have structure within your compost to create air pockets which allow air to circulate and enable the creatures which make your compost to breath and move around your compost.Please do not place the following in your Green Johanna:Cat or dog litterCoal or coke ash (wood ash is ok)Diseased plantsDiapers, glass, plastic or metal


Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Leakproof, Odor-Free 3.75-Quart Bamboo Compost Crock with Handle

Leakproof, Odor-Free 3.75-Quart Bamboo Compost Crock with Handle Review



Leakproof, Odor-Free 3.75-Quart Bamboo Compost Crock with Handle. Turn food scraps into valuable nutrients for your plants with our leakproof, odor-free Compost Containers. Filters are included, replacements sold below. Use 100% biodegradable BioBags to line your container. They breathe naturally, allowing heat and moisture to escape. Completely compostable; just remove with the contents and add to your compost pile.


Monday, July 18, 2011

Home and Garden Innovations CMP02 Pyramid Composter

Home and Garden Innovations CMP02 Pyramid Composter Review



Home and Garden Innovations CMP02 Pyramid Composter Feature

  • Made with heat-absorbing dark colored recycled plastic
  • Waters itself when it rains
  • A favorite gift for gardeners
  • Easy assembly in just minutes
  • Holds 12 cubic feet
This unique composter waters itself. An exclusive peaked lid lets in just enough rain to keep contents moist, allowing the rest to run off so compost won’t get waterlogged. Heat-absorbing, 3/16-inch-thick, recycled polyethylene helps compost "cook". Side vents allow air circulation, while a large front door provides easy access. Zinc hardware adds a durable finishing touch. This composter assembles in minutes, and holds 12 cubic feet of compost at a time. It makes a great gift for your favorite eco warrior or green thumb. --Mary Park The exclusive peaked lid on the Pyramid Composter lets in just enough rain to keep the compost moist and allows the rest to run off. Side vents provide good air circulation. Large front door gives easy access to finished compost. Generous 12 cu ft capacity. Made with rugged 3/16" thick recycled polyethylene with zinc-plated hardware.


Sunday, July 17, 2011

Worm Factory Composter Extra Trays (Black) Set of 2

Worm Factory Composter Extra Trays (Black) Set of 2 Review



Worm Factory Composter Extra Trays (Black) Set of 2 Feature

  • Set of 2 Additional Trays, Black
  • For use with the Worm Factory® Composters
  • Expandable up to 7 trays
  • Made in the USA!
Set of 2 Additional Trays for use with te Worm Factory® Composters. Black. Expandable up to 7 trays.


Friday, July 15, 2011

Tumbleweed Pet Poo/Vermicomposter

Tumbleweed Pet Poo/Vermicomposter Review



Tumbleweed Pet Poo/Vermicomposter Feature

  • Turns pet droppings into lush, rich, healthy fertilizer
  • Consists of two sturdy nesting boxes with a lid
  • Includes legs
  • Constructed of UV-treated polypropylene
The is a new way to dispose of your pet's droppings. This composter allows you to turn pet droppings into lush, rich, healthy fetilizer for your garden. This composter consists of two studry nesting boxes with a lid, which form a neat, compact portable unit. The worms eat and breed in the top box. And the perforated base allows any liquid waste to drain through to the bottom. Constructed of UV-treated polypropylene this composter is unique for creating at home compost.How it works: The worm castings remain in the top box and can be harvested as desired. The bottom box collects the valuable liquid waste which can be diluted and used as a fertilizer on your ornamental plants. Commercial worm farmers rear their worms on manure so using dog droppings is no different. The worms must maintain the same diet and must be fed exclusively on pet poo (other scraps must be separated) because animal waste contains pathogens that can grow in food waste faster than the worms can handle. Worms feed on the pathogens in the soil and as they burrow their way through the compost, their stomach strains out the bacteria and parasites for them to eat. In their wake, worms leave behind an increased volume of beneficial bacteria - the same bacteria that digest pathogens and help free up nutrients in the soil.What can go into this composter: Vermicomposters are primarily design for dog droppings, but they can also handle ferret and cat droppings if the waste is not mixed with gravel. Other animal waste that can be composted includes droppings from rabbits, hedgehogs, prairie dogs, chinchillas, and a few other pets. Animal waste from pure herbivores doesn't require a pet waste composter though - this waste is pathogen free and can be placed in compost piles or compost bins. Do not compost bird or pig waste it contains many pathogens that can harm humans, and should be disposed of just like human waste.


Thursday, July 14, 2011

Dura-Trel Vinyl Garden Compost Bin - Mocha - 180 Gallons

Dura-Trel Vinyl Garden Compost Bin - Mocha - 180 Gallons Review



Dura-Trel Vinyl Garden Compost Bin - Mocha - 180 Gallons Feature

  • 180 gallon capacity
  • Features removable front rails
  • Handle cutouts for convenience
  • High quality UV stabilizers that protect from damaging UV rays
  • Will not fade, crack, peel, or rot
This is attractive as well as functional. This vinyl composter is compact and can fit neatly in a corner of your yard or garden and because it is 100% maintenance free PVC it will not fade, crack, peel and is rot resistant. This composter is 180 gallons and will make up to 24 cubic feet of compost for your yard! Compost makes an excellent soil additive and is one of nature's best mulches. Because it is created from your scraps and your yard waste, compost is cheap and can save you a lot of money in fertilizers and even mulch. You make compost without spending one extra cent. Adding compost to your soil will improve soil structure, texture, and aeration while increasing the water holding capacity. Organic gardeners have realized the values of composting for years. Made in the USA. Note: The Compost Bin is boxed unassembled for easy handling and reduced shipping cost. Item Features:Removable front rails feature handle cutouts for added convenience when adding or removing compost High quality UV stabilizers that protect from damaging UV rays Will not fade, crack, peel or rot No need to paint 20 year warranty


Wednesday, July 13, 2011

SCD Probiotics C100 All Seasons Bokashi Compost Starter and Soil Innoculant, 1-Gallon Bag

SCD Probiotics C100 All Seasons Bokashi Compost Starter and Soil Innoculant, 1-Gallon Bag Review



SCD Probiotics C100 All Seasons Bokashi Compost Starter and Soil Innoculant, 1-Gallon Bag Feature

  • Promote germination, flowering, fruiting and ripening in plants
  • Improve physical, chemical and biological environments in the soil and help to eliminate soil-borne pathogens and pests
  • Enhance the photosynthetic capacity of plants and ensure better germination and plant establishment
  • Increase the effectiveness of organic materials as fertilizers
  • Eliminate putrefactive soil that stresses plants
All Seasons Bokashi is made by fermenting wheat bran with molasses and SCD Probiotics. Bokashi has traditionally been used by Japanese farmers as a soil amendment to increase the nutrient level and microbial diversity of the soil. Bokashi is a Japanese word that means "fermented organic matter." It can be used as a soil amendment to increase the nutrient level and microbial diversity of the soil for planting. All Seasons Bokashi is used as: Compost starter in home composting efforts; Compost starter in large-scale composting operations; Fermentation starter; Soil conditioner; and Beneficial microbial inoculate. All Seasons Bokashi can be used as a microbial inoculant in situations where a liquid inoculant would be less effective such as in composting food waste and in compost toilets. All Seasons Bokashi is for use in organic production of recycled food waste. It also helps to cultivate the beneficial microorganisms as food decomposes, speeding the process of fermentation and reducing foul odors.