Join Solana Center for this 2-hour workshop where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, our experienced educators will teach you all you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle. Perfect for beginners.
*All pre-registered attendees who are residents of unincorporated San Diego County can receive a free kitchen scraps container.
In this workshop, we will cover:
What is composting and why it is so important
Various types of compost bin options and how to pick which one works best for your needs
What tools and materials you’ll need
Which items are compostable and which to avoid
How to build, maintain, and troubleshoot a compost pile
Pre-composting with bokashi. A great way to preserve your food scraps before composting
Composting benefits for your garden and living a greener life include:
Knowing where your food scraps are going and keeping them out of the landfill
Knowing exactly what went into your compost
Using compost in your garden to increase soil water retention, and as a result, saving money
Increasing soil microbiome & overall soil health for happy plants
