Composting in Cold Weather: Do’s and Don’ts for Success
Composting in Cold Weather: Do’s and Don’ts for Success
US · Published Oct 10, 2025
Insulate your compost bin and maintain a high carbon-to-nitrogen ratio for successful cold weather composting.
Chop materials into smaller pieces and keep the compost moist to speed up decomposition in winter.
Avoid composting meat, dairy, or oily foods, and continue turning the compost for aeration and heat distribution.
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