Top 40 Compost Projects

1. 16. Green Dreams (20:02)

   

   Amy assists a couple's dream of an eco-conscious home become a reality.

2. 17. How to Assemble a Worm Composter

   

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   Worm composting transforms leftover food scraps into valuable plant food. And it can be done year round indoors.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy

3. 18. How to Start an Organic Garden

   

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   Organic gardening improves the soil, provides enjoyment and produces yummy vegetables.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy

4. 19. Capturing Water and Making a Compost Heap

   DIY experts demonstrate how to capture water from natural sources and start a compost pile from household scraps.

5. 20. Kid-Friendly Composting and Plant Sales

   DIY experts discuss easy composting and a way young gardeners can give back to the community.

6. 21. Green Dreams- Part 3 (05:16)

   

   Newlyweds Alan and Kathy want to give their new home a green twist.

7. 22. Building a Planting Bed (02:36)

   

   Building a planting bed is a great weekend project that's hard to mess up.

8. 23. The Benefits of Compost

   The DIY Network experts discuss how compost gives plants an added natural boost without the use of synthetic fertilizers.

9. 24. Organic Plant Health Care

   DIY experts add some compost and compost tea to organic plants instead of fertilizer.

10. 25. How to Build a Compost Bin

    

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    Composting is not only good for the planet, it’s good for the plants. It's good for the wallet, too. Here's how to build your own...

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

11. 26. Green Dreams- Part 1 (07:10)

    

    Newlyweds Alan and Kathy want to give their new home a green twist.

12. 27. Potting Shed Bar (20:01)

    

    Professional caterers get a backyard makeover.

13. 28. Compost Bin (02:01)

    

    With recycled shipping pallets and chicken wire, build a compost bin.

14. 29. Worm Compost (02:59)

    

    Instructions for how to create compost with worms, in your own kitchen.

15. 30. Summer Squash (00:20:00)

    

    Learn how to plant, care for and harvest summer squash.