Although natural wine corks are fully compostable, cork is naturally water-resistant. This trait makes corks handy for stopping bottles, but it also means they take a while to break down into compost.

Most of what goes into U.S. landfills is organic waste, ranging from household food scraps to yard trimmings. That’s a problem because in that environment, organic waste is deprived of oxygen, which ...

SAN ANTONIO – The soil you use in your garden is important because it adds nutrients to your plants. You can save money and help out the environment at the same time by making your own compost soil.

There’s a reason gardeners in South Florida call compost “black gold” and why many of them produce it in their own yards. “I find composting empowering; you don’t have to wait on anyone,” said ...

Leaving your grass clippings in place will also be greatly beneficial if you’re treating your lawn with a fertilizer or a product like a herbicide. Chemicals are usually absorbed by the grass and will ...