Composting & Soil Health

Introduction When it comes to advanced composting techniques, biochar and microbial boosters are transforming the way home gardeners in the UK enrich their soil. These two methods work synergistically to enhance compost quality, increase microbial life, and ensure long-term soil fertility. Whether you're a seasoned composter or branching out for the first time, understanding how to apply these innovations effectively could elevate your composting game — and your garden productivity. Understanding Biochar Biochar is a form of charcoal produced from organic materials like wood, crop residues, or garden waste under low-oxygen conditions. It’s rich in carbon and known for its…

Peat-free made easy: what to look for in UK compost bags, how to get great results, and the latest on the peat ban.

A quick UK guide to soil pH: take smart samples, read results, and pick safe amendments for veg beds and borders.

Tame heavy clay the sustainable way. UK-proven no-dig mulches, when gypsum helps, and plants that thrive while your soil improves.

Cold weather doesn’t have to stop composting. UK-specific tips to insulate heaps, balance materials and choose indoor options like bokashi or wormeries.

Do you need a compost accelerator? Realistic UK advice on when they help, when they don’t, and free ways to speed up your heap.

The UK list of what not to compost—and what to do instead. Avoid pests, smells and diseases with safer alternatives like bokashi or food caddies.

Short on space? Learn bokashi composting in the UK—setup, layering, timings and how to use the pre-compost outdoors.

Make free, peat-free leaf mould in the UK. What to collect, bag vs cages, how long it takes and smart ways to use it in beds and borders.

Beginner-friendly UK guide to setting up a wormery, managing worms, and harvesting nutrient-rich vermicompost.