Can I start to fill my compost bin at any time of the year?

You can start composting at any time of the year. Autumn is a popular time as many gardeners begin the tidy up in anticipation of the winter months. Spring is also a good time, as it ties in nicely with the start of the gardening season.

Composting works faster in the warmer weather, so you will see the contents breaking down more rapidly if you have a spring start