Prevent your yard waste from rotting in a landfill by feeding your garden with natural, nutrient-rich yard clippings.
Your yard waste can provide you with free, nutrient-rich compost, worth an estimated $75 in savings every year.
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How To Start
Determine which type of bin is best for you and your yard. Common options are tumbling bins, stationary bins, or vermicomposting bins (with worms).
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Where to Learn More
Check out the EPA’s Composting At Home page for details on what you can expect once you start composting your yard waste.
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