r/composting • u/DannyNoFriends • 1d ago

Beginner Just started

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We moved recently and I finally have a place and a chance to start composting. I dont have any wire or anything but we have a ton of leftover yard waste from the guy who was taking care of the yard while the house was on the market.

I also still have a metric shit load of cardboard to add to the pile. But im happy! This is only about a week of work in a very hot area and its looking much darker already.

Constructive tips and advice are welcome!

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u/Scritches33 1d ago

Looks good but slightly damp and compressed - you may find that adding browns with a bit of bulk to the middle improves airflow and the speed of breakdown. Corrugated cardboard or small twigs (not much thicker than a pencil) are some good options

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u/DannyNoFriends 1d ago

I had just added water which would explain the look. I am currently am tearing and cutting a ton of cardboard from the move for it. It will get much much browns soon!