Showing posts with label composting mistakes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label composting mistakes. Show all posts

Saturday, January 3, 2026

12 Things You Should Never Compost, According to Gardening Experts

 


Photo source:  Martha Stewart

"Compost is often called "gardener's gold," and for good reason. It enriches the soil, making it a rich source of nutrients that help plants thrive. While composting food scraps and other organic waste is an easy way to create nutrient-rich fertilizer, there are some items you shouldn't add to your compost bin. Knowing what to avoid is vital to making the safest and most effective compost. Ahead, experts outline the items that should never be composted."  Comment from Martha Stewart

Some of the items surprised me and I have made these mistakes but didn't know I made them.

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