How Do I Start A Compost Bin? Do I Need To Put Earth In It?

Question

I want to start a compost bin in my garden, do I have to put earth in it to start? I have worms to go in. Do they need earth to settle down in? Many thanks Eric Howard Email [e-mail]

Answer 1

You can add some soil to the pile. These articles should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/basics/starting-compost-pile.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/ingredients/what-can-you-compost.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/compost-for-organic-gardens.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/basics/turning-compost-pile.htm