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Dave,
I just started my winter pile, and I added about a gallon, I add more when
I get it but it seems that gets things moving pretty fast. It usually
takes about a week before my pile really takes off. If it doesnt go after
a week I just add more HCA turn it maybe sprinkle a little soil on top and wash
it in. If it still does not take off then I may change the ratio of
greens a bit. Be patient is the best advice. I add HCA each time I turn the
pile each week. I just spread what I composted over the summer on my front
lawn. I bet I hauled in 20 wheel barrows of stuff into it this summer including
about 20 gallons of Biodiesel bi product and hauled out 2 when it was
done. I use some wood chips that I get free at work as my browns. I
have found that if you can chop and disperse your greens they eliminate faster
and there is less chance of rot smell. So far my compost has never
given off a bad smell it is always a fresh earthy smell.
Well best of luck, composting is really worth the effort you just cannot
believe the difference in everything from the vibrancy of your flowers to the
health of your plants. I even think plants get so healthy that they
attract good insects as well as have something in them that discourages
pests. This year my Organic composted plot was almost weed free, I had
zero bug loss and it doubled the yield when compared to the other plot that
had all the best commercial fertilizers money could be wasted
on. Next year I plan on being 100% organic and that includes my lawn.
Jim
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