During this post, we'll uncover the wonders of composting – from the breakdown of once-living matter to the creation of nutrient-rich soil gold. We’ll explore the role of oxygen, the carbon-nitrogen balance, and the fascinating process that turns simple materials into a thriving ecosystem for your plants.
Everything that was once living, everywhere on the planet, is decomposed, i.e. broken down into simpler organic or inorganic matter such as carbon dioxide, water, simple sugars and mineral salts, in order that these constituent elements can be used again by other organisms. Composting is the process of encouraging this decomposition of organic material to create a dark brown, earthy, crumbly material referred to as compost. When added to soil, compost provides essential nutrients plants require, helps to store these nutrients and vastly improves the structure of the soil helping with both its porosity and water retention