Welcome

Welcome to the Compost at Home website......

So why is composting so wonderful? For a start, it improves the nutrient levels in the soil. It also improves the soil structure, preventing erosion and retains the soil's water holding capacity. All of these benefits contribute to better root development and a healthy flourishing garden. The other great benefit is that making your own compost also reduces waste.

Whether you're an established composter or you're just starting out, you'll be glad to hear you're part of a large, growing number of gardeners who have recognised the benefits of home composting. In fact the number of UK households composting both kitchen and garden waste has increased by nine per cent, to nearly a quarter (23 per cent) of the population over the past seven years, and this trend looks set to continue.

On this website, you'll find all the information you need to start composting. You'll find tips on how to get the most from your compost, how to tackle common composting problems and how to use your compost to help your garden bloom.


New to composting? Click on our Composting Guide for a step-by-step guide.

Need to buy a bin? Click on our Bins & Accessories page.

Want to know what to do with it, once you've got it? Click on our Using Your Compost page for ideas.


Enjoy the site - and happy composting!