So what is this good for? How long will it take for me to use this compost for my garden? Does this allow it to break down to be able to do so?
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I do not know how long it takes. Depends on lots of variables. I have mine setting in the corner of the yard and throw stuff in it every day. I am sure at some time this fall I will be able to pull compost out of the door on the bottom.
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You can take all the household organic waste and dump it in this bin. It will turn into compost eventually. It takes some time, depending on the weather. The warmer the weather the faster it will happen. It goes slow or dormant during winter. I think it should take one full cycle. Then you scoop it out from the window in the lower part and put it in your garden.
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Composting time depends on temperature and moisture. To have garden-ready compost (for me) takes several months. I add as the year goes along and pull out compost during the summer for the garden. Remember to mix kitchen garbage with grass and leaves to get the proper mix of nutrients.
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It's a great little composting bin for the first time composter. It can take a while depending on how you care for it. It definitely allows for breakdown if you turn it regularly and water it regularly. I put every stray worm I can find in there too to help out the process. I didn't have compost material after using it for 4 months but have had this for about a year now and have compost material for our garden this Spring.
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If you keep enough moisture in compost it will be alright. Best if you do some research on composting on the internet. Our units are about 15 to 20 feet from them house and we have two right next to each other and have no problem.
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Hi. I honestly wouldn't use this to store composting material in unless it's light weight. It's walls, though they seem quite strong, I don't think are meant for constant weight or anything as heavy as fully composted material. I love mine for collecting ward waste while I'm gardening but then I take it to the 96 gallon (city of Seattle provided) bin for weekly pick up. Good luck to you though. Judy in Seattle
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great for tea. I'd throw in some worm castings or compost as well at least. I sometimes make teas with a long list of ingredients, depending on what I'm using it for.
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This unit sits on your kitchen counter. It chops up orange peels, celery leftovers, banana peels. Things that won't decompose for a year if not chopped up. Then you throw all that into the larger outdoor composter with the grass clippings and weeds. You will need a compost container too.
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This is a difficult question to answer since there are SO many variables in the process (temp, green and brown mix, type of material, how often you are adding to and checking the compost, etc...). I started one side of the composter and kept adding to it for many weeks (the material will break down and take up less space as you go). Once it was about 3/4 full I switched to the other side and let the original side continue to compost while adding to the other side. Once the second side got 3/4 full I emptied the original side of it's composted material. I probably added 2 gallons of material 3 times per week and it took me about 6 months to get to the point of emptying the original side. This is a difficult question to answer since there are SO many variables in the process (temp, green and brown mix, type of material, how often you are adding to and checking the compost, etc...). I started one side of the composter and kept adding to it for many weeks (the material will break down and take up less space as you go). Once it was about 3/4 full I switched to the other side and let the original side continue to compost while adding to the other side. Once the second side got 3/4 full I emptied the original side of it's composted material. I probably added 2 gallons of material... » Read More This is a difficult question to answer since there are SO many variables in the process (temp, green and brown mix, type of material, how often you are adding to and checking the compost, etc...). I started one side of the composter and kept adding to it for many weeks (the material will break down and take up less space as you go). Once it was about 3/4 full I switched to the other side and let the original side continue to compost while adding to the other side. Once the second side got 3/4 full I emptied the original side of it's composted material. I probably added 2 gallons of material 3 times per week and it took me about 6 months to get to the point of emptying the original side. « Show Less
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This is the slow release fertilizer. By dissolving it you would loose the adventurous feature of this product. I suggest look up liquid fertilizers.
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Can't help on thermometers/activators (I haven't felt the need for those). You might consider getting some kind of compost pail for your kitchen to collect material you'll eventually transfer to composter. I got a neat little stainless pail, nice enough for countertop, but keep in cabinet under sink. Size should match your expected material amounts. Mine is full enough to take out every 2-3 days. I compost only vegetable material (nothing animal, including egg shells) and with its double filter system, it doesn't smell. Watch amount/proportion of yard waste (brown to green). Composter insides are not large so it can fill up quickly if you put lots of bulky dry leaves, grass clippings, etc. Can't help on thermometers/activators (I haven't felt the need for those). You might consider getting some kind of compost pail for your kitchen to collect material you'll eventually transfer to composter. I got a neat little stainless pail, nice enough for countertop, but keep in cabinet under sink. Size should match your expected material amounts. Mine is full enough to take out every 2-3 days. I compost only vegetable material (nothing animal, including egg shells) and with its double filter system, it doesn't smell. Watch amount/proportion of yard waste (brown to green). Composter... » Read More Can't help on thermometers/activators (I haven't felt the need for those). You might consider getting some kind of compost pail for your kitchen to collect material you'll eventually transfer to composter. I got a neat little stainless pail, nice enough for countertop, but keep in cabinet under sink. Size should match your expected material amounts. Mine is full enough to take out every 2-3 days. I compost only vegetable material (nothing animal, including egg shells) and with its double filter system, it doesn't smell. Watch amount/proportion of yard waste (brown to green). Composter insides are not large so it can fill up quickly if you put lots of bulky dry leaves, grass clippings, etc. « Show Less
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Yes, I think this would work well for that. It's flexible but SUPER strong. I have 8 different veggies growing on mine right now and it's doing great. Good luck, those are beautiful flowers!
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I have no idea. I have only used it in my compost bin. Ask the manufacturer.
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It is super easy to set up and use. Yes, we just dump all our yard and kitchen waste into it. I have no idea how long it will take to break down as it is really big and even after 2 months we only have about 8 inches of scraps in it.
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I have a Garden Gourmet compost which looks exactly like this one. I don't if Garden Gourmet still exists but I've had it for 20 yrs (I have two). I live is southern Calif. Our city wanted people to compost so they had a special from a local nursery and I got two. Time has finally taken a toll on one of them so I am looking to replace it with this model. This past summer, a portion of the lower wall cracked so the door doesn't stay closed. The other compost has had no issues up this point, even after 20 yrs. There hasn't been any UV issues.
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Personally I use the cheap stuff for my vegetable gardens. I don't feel like it makes the ground super hot but it is much thicker and durable than normal stuff sold in stores. So maybe not a good idea to use it for your garden.
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They do break down in the elements over a long period of time. I reuse them as bases to plant pots to prevent water from damaging floors or shelves. They eventually become cracked and thinner outdoors. I would not say they are formally compostable. I just have peace of mind that they eventually break down in the garbage over time. Answer from a person who tries to stay green, but uses this product on a regular basis.
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I'm not sure how long it takes, I usually dump mine into my big compost bin outside. I open mine several times a day, I haven't noticed any problems. I really like my compost crock!
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Yes it can be used long term. I use it in my off grid home everyday. And, if you follow the instructions all solids will compost.
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This thing holds over one cubic yard of compost, which takes over an hour to turn with a rake and shovel. Not for the weak. I turn mine four times a season for a finished product.