actively green | equally brown

Let’s face it, if you’re on a balcony you’re going to need a container to throw your compost mix into that will grow the wonders of the world. You know plants and stuff. So it’s obviously very important to understand the basics of the pot choices out on the market today.

The most accessible and commonly used is the clay pot or terra-cotta pot. I’m sure we’ve all had experience with these but let’s go over some of the need to know.

• Cost: Cost effective

• Looks: Great natural beauty
• Weight: Heavy! Of course this is only an issue for the large pots, and doubly so if you are looking to change its location in the foreseeable future

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We’ve all seem them by now. Those neat plastic-ware items like Corn Cups that say biodegradable on the bottom. Uber chic at any outdoor event I assure you. But before becoming comfortable plopping them in the ‘ol worm bin I had to do my due diligence of a compost professional. My report to you:

May it be known to all that composting of these biodegradable cups (and other plastic-ware) is indeed safe for your home composting setup, and depending on the item and method will take anywhere from 3-12 months. Earthworms will Read the rest of this entry »