What is the compost box for? Its name speaks for itself. It produces compost that replaces inorganic fertilizers and manure. It also enriches the soil, making it fertile.
All organic waste is stored in the compost box: tops, peels, weeds, shells, peels, waste products, chicken droppings, etc. - all that quickly rots and is environmentally friendly.
Other garbage (for example, cans, pots, glass, plastic, metal, plastic bags) is sent to a garbage container and taken out by the appropriate services.
Which is better: compost box or pit
Where is it better to store compost? Gardeners unanimously opt for the box. In addition to a neat aesthetic appearance, it has a number of advantages. For example, right above you can build a garden - in humus, pumpkin, zucchini, squash feel like in paradise. Water accumulates in the pit, and the plants will spread underfoot and block the approach to compost. From the drawer and humus to take is much more convenient.
Where to begin
Of course, choosing the right place. It is better and more convenient to place a box in the shady part of the garden, where even the most desperate rays of the sun rarely make their way. However, in bright places, the process of decay will be faster.
What materials to make a compost box with your own handsMost often it is knocked together from old boards, a pallet or slate. The lid can be made of plastic film, but still better to use wood again.
How to make a compost box
First, decide on the size. You can make a triple box. Thus, one will be used under beds, compost will be laid in the other, and a ready-made humus will be stored in the third. In our opinion, this is the most convenient and optimal option. Two drawers will be covered with lids, which will enhance the thermal effect. They can be made of the same material as the container itself, of plastic film or slate. The dimensions of one box are approximately the following: width - 1-1.5 meters, height 1 meter, length - 1-1.5 meters. Accordingly, the length of the entire box will be 3-4.5 meters. These are the most optimal sizes to ensure the right temperature and humidity when ripening compost.
The process of nailing boards should be understood without further explanation.
Principle of operation
Organic waste is put into the compost pit, which undergoes rotting processes, subsequently humus is formed, which plants love so much. For faster formation of humus, the compost box is covered with a lid or black plastic wrap. There are also special drugs to speed up these processes.
Creative Design Ideas
Of course, for many gardeners the main thing is that he fulfill his direct purpose. But who is pleased to look at the rough uncouth planks, hastily put together in a box, causing not the most joyful associations? Have your children paint it from a spray can! They with pleasure and with all responsibility will approach this order, and the box will take on a colorful look.