COMPOST

by Ken Thompson

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New hardcover book with dustjacket, 192 pages, published 2007. Measures 22 x 16cm.

"Compost-making doesn't need to be hard work, costs almost nothing, and the only secret ingredient you need is patience." Ken Thompson

Making compost isn't just simple and satisfying, it will save you spending money on expensive soil conditioners and mulches. However small our space, we can all make a difference to the environment by turning green waste into food for our garden.

There's no need for fancy gadgets. Discover how to build a simple bin, find the best tools for the job, and learn what type of mix is perfect for the size of your garden.

From what's hot to rot to bins and wormeries, Compost will show you how to transform your household and garden refuse into eco-friendly fertiliser that will keep your flowers and plants blooming.

About the author

Ken Thompson is a plant ecologist and senior lecturer at the University of Sheffield. He writes regular columns for organic gardening magazines, has published over a hundred articles and is the author of An Ear to the Ground: Gardens Science for Ordinary Mortals and No Nettles Required. He is keen to promote the science behind gardening to the general reader.

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Compost by Ken Thompson