So keep it moist

Why you should water compost

A compost heap needs enough moisture to keep the rotting process going inside. The responsible rain and Compost worms only feel comfortable in a warm and humid environment, which is why they withdraw when it is dry. But not only the disturbed rotting is an important reason for the watering of the compost: the heaps are often a source of fire, as they self-ignite quickly, especially in sunny and hot locations can. With a strong pour from the watering can, you can effectively counteract this danger.

This is how to keep the compost heap moist

There are many reasons that can dry out a compost heap. The most important is the location: If the compost is in a sunny and warm place, it dries out faster due to the location. However, you should not move it if possible, as the compost worms, which are so important for the rotting process, appreciate such a location very much. If you pour more often instead, the material remains sufficiently moist. However, another common reason is the incorrect composition of the pile: will be many if dry, perhaps even woody plant parts are used for composting, this is how it dries faster off. It is better to properly layer the compost:

• Always layer thin layers of different materials on top of each other
• Dry materials are always followed by moist ones, such as lawn clippings or fruit and vegetable residues
• If possible, chop up lignified parts of the plant and moisten thoroughly before filling
• every now and then a layer more mature Compost soil fill in
• this inoculates the material with the microorganisms that are important for rotting

Watering compost properly - that's how it works

To make the compost heap effective and profound To water - after all, the valuable moisture should also penetrate into the deeper layers - it is best to use a garden tool with a long handle, such as a hoe. Now poke deep holes in the pile at regular intervals, stem first. Now pour the compost with the help of a watering can with a fine attachment - this will distribute the water better and more evenly, and also reduce the water pressure.