Why compost at home?

There are many reasons why it is a good idea to compost at home.

Composting helps the environment by:

• Reducing the amount of rubbish thrown away - 50% of what we put into our rubbish bins can be composted.
• Reducing the need for chemical fertilisers.
• Reducing the number of car journeys to the tip.
• Eliminating the need to use peat, as peat bogs are home to some of our rarest plants and animals.

Composting can save you money by:

Reducing the need to buy mulches, soil improvers and fertilisers from the garden centre.

Composting for gardens

Composting makes your garden grow.
Composting improves soil structure.
Compost feeds plants and your soil.
Compost helps your soil retain moisture.

For more help or advice, call the Composting Hotline on (01380) 725670 or email the composting team using the form below.