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Composting Masterclass: Feed The Soil Not Your Plants
Have you ever had compost that would not break down? Or compost that turned into a smelly mess?
You are not alone. Millions of people struggle with making compost at home. Composting is such an integral part of gardening that learning to get it right allows you to become a master of your special place.
This book will take you on a journey of how the microbial life in your soil and compost play vital roles in your garden. You will learn why specific things happen when making compost and how to solve common problems.
Here is what some readers had to say when they read it for the first time.
“The most comprehensive book on composting I have ever read!
I thought I knew a thing or two about composting organic materials to use back in my garden as “black gold” but Tony’s breaking down (pun intended) of composting principles and methods has given me a better understanding of the whole process.
If you want to know everything there is about composting and becoming a Compost Master – read this book!
Mark Valencia (Self Sufficient Me)”
What’s covered in this book? That’s easy, let’s take a look at the chapters.
What is composting?Why composting?Soil food web introductionComposting elementsSelecting where to compostAerobic compostingAnaerobic compostingOther composting processesComposting vesselsUsing compost in your gardenWhy Should You Compost?
It’s a natural way to control waste from the kitchen and garden.
It increases the nutrient density of your plants.
Prevents erosion.
Aids in building soil structure.
Helps to hold water in the ground.
Saves money over store-bought compost.
Its living soil rather than sterile like store-bought.
As well as a myriad of other benefits
Learn the basic fundamentals of composting and then delve as deep as you like into the chemistry and physics behind composting. I will take you on a journey through a civilization of microbial life you didn't even know existed.
It all starts by wanting to be the master of your domain. Let's learn how to get that garden of your dreams, or grow the best nutrient-dense foods that you will ever grow.
You are not alone. Millions of people struggle with making compost at home. Composting is such an integral part of gardening that learning to get it right allows you to become a master of your special place.
This book will take you on a journey of how the microbial life in your soil and compost play vital roles in your garden. You will learn why specific things happen when making compost and how to solve common problems.
Here is what some readers had to say when they read it for the first time.
“The most comprehensive book on composting I have ever read!
I thought I knew a thing or two about composting organic materials to use back in my garden as “black gold” but Tony’s breaking down (pun intended) of composting principles and methods has given me a better understanding of the whole process.
If you want to know everything there is about composting and becoming a Compost Master – read this book!
Mark Valencia (Self Sufficient Me)”
What’s covered in this book? That’s easy, let’s take a look at the chapters.
What is composting?Why composting?Soil food web introductionComposting elementsSelecting where to compostAerobic compostingAnaerobic compostingOther composting processesComposting vesselsUsing compost in your gardenWhy Should You Compost?
It’s a natural way to control waste from the kitchen and garden.
It increases the nutrient density of your plants.
Prevents erosion.
Aids in building soil structure.
Helps to hold water in the ground.
Saves money over store-bought compost.
Its living soil rather than sterile like store-bought.
As well as a myriad of other benefits
Learn the basic fundamentals of composting and then delve as deep as you like into the chemistry and physics behind composting. I will take you on a journey through a civilization of microbial life you didn't even know existed.
It all starts by wanting to be the master of your domain. Let's learn how to get that garden of your dreams, or grow the best nutrient-dense foods that you will ever grow.
268 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 24, 2022
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About the author
Tony O'Neill
3 books2 followersTony O'Neill is a gardener who, for the past 12 years, has dedicated his life to educating others about how best to grow their own food or get that garden of their dreams. Gardening from the young age of seven with his grandfather, Tony has four decades of experience under his belt. Producing educational videos on his YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/simplifygardening or his informative articles on his website, https://simplifygardening.com he has helped millions of people realize their dreams.
He won the Ezoic publisher of the year award in 2021 for his educational content voted for by other gardeners and has amassed over 22 million views on his educational videos. With his vast knowledge in gardening, Tony wrote his first-ever book Composting Masterclass to bring you a comprehensive fundamental so you can become more sustainable in your garden.
"If you want to know everything there is about composting and becoming a compost master - read this book!" Mark Valencia (Self Sufficient Me)
Tony can be reached on his website or YouTube Channel on the links below.
https://simplifygardening.com
https://youtube.com/simplifygardening
He won the Ezoic publisher of the year award in 2021 for his educational content voted for by other gardeners and has amassed over 22 million views on his educational videos. With his vast knowledge in gardening, Tony wrote his first-ever book Composting Masterclass to bring you a comprehensive fundamental so you can become more sustainable in your garden.
"If you want to know everything there is about composting and becoming a compost master - read this book!" Mark Valencia (Self Sufficient Me)
Tony can be reached on his website or YouTube Channel on the links below.
https://simplifygardening.com
https://youtube.com/simplifygardening
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May 28, 2022
Great scientific book on composting.
February 22, 2023
DNF I need a beginners book first lol
September 7, 2023
Great resource to learn about composting. A little repetitive at times, but very thorough. Tony is extremely knowledgeable, covering the basics as well as a deep dive into the compost bin.
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