Youth Composting

Compost is a mixture of dead plant material and soil. Compost can be used in the garden to improve the soil and fertilize plants. You will be helping the environment by using up things that would normally be thrown away.

Do Put in a Compost Bin:

• Grass Clippings
• Weeds
• Tree Leaves
• Vegetable and Flower Parts
• Coffee Grounds
• Egg Shells
• Soil
• Water
• Paper
• Potato Peels

Don’t Put in a Compost Bin:

• Bones
• Grease
• Butter
• Cat or Dog Manure
• Meat
• Milk
• Rocks
• Foil
• Cans

Making a Compost Pile:

1. Collect material to put into compost bin or compost pile.
2. Layer the collected material and soil in the pile.
3. Add water to dampen the pile.
4. Turn the pile regularly. At least once every two weeks.

In about 3 months the compost will be ready. Compost can be added to the garden to improve the soil.

This information is valid for southeastern Nebraska. It may or may not apply in your area. Contact your local Cooperative Extension office for more information and resources.

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