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County of San Bernardino Home Composting Guide
This guide from the County of San Bernardino explains how to compost at home using a 50/50 mix of green and brown materials. It covers what to compost, what not to, pile size, moisture, and turning. It also includes troubleshooting tips and how to use finished compost. Grasscycling is promoted as a way to reduce waste and enrich soil naturally.
The guide is designed for homeowners and includes practical advice for different seasons, such as using leaves in the fall and grass clippings in the summer. It emphasizes avoiding contaminants like meat, dairy, and pet waste, and provides solutions for common problems like bad odors or slow decomposition.
Covers: What is composting? · What to compost · What not to compost · Backyard composting recipes · How to compost at home · When is it done?
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County of San Bernardino Home Composting Guide
User Manual 9 pages · 977 KB · ENA practical guide to backyard composting for residents of San Bernardino County, covering materials, ratios, troubleshooting, and grasscycling.
Which document do I need?
User Manual
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in County of San Bernardino manuals
What is the best recipe for compost?
It depends, but a good rule of thumb is to build a pile that has about 50% green materials and 50% brown materials.
How long does it take to make compost?
In as little as 8-10 weeks, compost will be ready to use in your garden or yard.