You are so enthusiastic! I don’t use the stakes but can see why one would want them. I have enjoyed this set up and find the sheer volume means I get thermophyllic temps
Geo bins are the easiest fastest way to set up composting. You really need 2 so one is maturing and the other one can be building up. Three is even better as when the fall leaves are available you want as many as you can handle. We don't elevate as we turn so often that it doesn't matter. Just open up the bin, pull the material out to mix and use a pitchfork to fluff it back in so you have aeration in the pile again. If you need to heat it up, gather up bags of coffee grounds from Starbucks for free. Staking is completely unnecessary unless you have nothing in the bin. Overfill the bins when you have enough material like fall leaves because it will reduce to about a third. Grass compacts and mats down very easily so keep it mixed and fluffed. Do not forget water. You need that bin quite full in order for hot compost. Your main message is right on...get to composting.
great minds think alike, I had the same idea of putting a pallet under it along with chicken wire. another thing I thought of is taking a long rod and stirring it to give it air flow. I'm talking burrowing a hole from the top all the way down to the pallet. Also they have an auger that attaches to a drill that will allow you to mix the material w/o having to move the entire pile. Just some thoughts. thanks for sharing this video.
@@GroLeafy I was going for hot composting, at those temps will the worms survive? For hot composting, I was thinking the air flow would be beneficial to aid in microbial decomposition. For cold composting, absolutely it would be beneficial to place it on the ground.
I put my geo in together yesterday… I managed to get it done but it kept rolling up. I love the idea of leaving it in the sun to soften it. I’ll remember that for the next time!!
I've started composting using a trash can receptacle, then purchased a Geobin. It is huge! I see yours is up on a pallet. Is it better that way? I appreciate all the info you give in your videos, it truly helps.
You’re going to love the Geobin and have fun making compost. I used the pallet the first year and then removed it after that. I prefer the ground because it makes it easier for the worms and all the decomposers to work their way into the compost.
Thanks! I just received mine 2 days ago in the wrong color but whatever. A neighbor gave me grass clippings and I’ve added torn cardboard, coffee grounds, paper bags, kitchen scraps, and some plant trimmings from my front yard. I have some teas that I don’t like so I may brew them and throw them in too. That bin was as hot as a mug the next day…& stinky. I ended up adding lots more browns today. I left it on the ground so the worms can easily enter. I’m excited to see what i come up with. I’m also excited to have found ur channel. 🙌🏽🌱♥️
Oh my this sounds so fantastic! You are putting such great materials in your bin and will benefit from it in the long haul. Thank you so much for subscribing to my chanel. Welcome to the GroLeafy family😊
Great video im thinking about getting this. I live in FL so its pretty warm all year. Question: how often should i turn the compost? How do i know when to turn it? How long until its usable in garden?
Great question! So I am a pretty lazy composter because I have so many gardening projects and tasks to do. So I turn mine when I remember (monthly). It would be better if I turned it weekly to bi-weekly because it would break down faster. The more you turn, it helps to reactivate and get the compost going. There are different reasons to turn. For example, the black soldier flies laid too many maggot larvas and so I had to turn it every few days and add carbon material to counteract the maggots. Or, if your pile temperature is not heating up then turn it to reactive the process. If you notice that your carbon materials on just sitting on top of the compost looking dry and not breaking down, the spray some water on the carbon, maybe add a little nitrogen material, and turn it. Compost is usable when it break down into soil particles. The warmer your compost gets, the faster it will take to break down. Compost can take as little at a couple of months to 2 years. Depending on how you build and care for your compost.
Do you ever have problems with rats with this bin? I just had them in my attic and cannot do that again. I am worried that they could climb up the side of the bin
I would suggest no pallet. The bin has plenty of ventilation. You want worms to find there way in. I would buy some worms. Or collect worm's on a rainy day and add them to the bin
Since this video was made, I have not used a pallet in over a year and like it better without it. The worms do get in mush easier and I have lots of them. 😀
Great job, lots of good tips.
So glad it was helpful💚
Good introduction video! Thanks.
I appreciate it! Glad you liked it!
You are so enthusiastic! I don’t use the stakes but can see why one would want them. I have enjoyed this set up and find the sheer volume means I get thermophyllic temps
Geo bins are the easiest fastest way to set up composting. You really need 2 so one is maturing and the other one can be building up. Three is even better as when the fall leaves are available you want as many as you can handle. We don't elevate as we turn so often that it doesn't matter. Just open up the bin, pull the material out to mix and use a pitchfork to fluff it back in so you have aeration in the pile again. If you need to heat it up, gather up bags of coffee grounds from Starbucks for free. Staking is completely unnecessary unless you have nothing in the bin. Overfill the bins when you have enough material like fall leaves because it will reduce to about a third. Grass compacts and mats down very easily so keep it mixed and fluffed. Do not forget water. You need that bin quite full in order for hot compost.
Your main message is right on...get to composting.
Thank you so much for this comment and great feedback!😃
Thank you Alethea
You’re welcome
great minds think alike, I had the same idea of putting a pallet under it along with chicken wire. another thing I thought of is taking a long rod and stirring it to give it air flow. I'm talking burrowing a hole from the top all the way down to the pallet. Also they have an auger that attaches to a drill that will allow you to mix the material w/o having to move the entire pile. Just some thoughts. thanks for sharing this video.
I have since recording this video removes the pallet. The Geobin now gets so many more worms a because it’s placed directly on the ground.
@@GroLeafy I was going for hot composting, at those temps will the worms survive? For hot composting, I was thinking the air flow would be beneficial to aid in microbial decomposition. For cold composting, absolutely it would be beneficial to place it on the ground.
Loved this video!
So glad!
I put my geo in together yesterday… I managed to get it done but it kept rolling up. I love the idea of leaving it in the sun to soften it. I’ll remember that for the next time!!
Yes, that step makes a big difference
Thanks! You helped me make the decision to go with this bin for my first!
That’s great. Glad I could help😃
I've started composting using a trash can receptacle, then purchased a Geobin. It is huge! I see yours is up on a pallet. Is it better that way? I appreciate all the info you give in your videos, it truly helps.
You’re going to love the Geobin and have fun making compost. I used the pallet the first year and then removed it after that. I prefer the ground because it makes it easier for the worms and all the decomposers to work their way into the compost.
love your idea about the pallet bottom and wire fence!!
Thanks
Great video. I just ordered one . Thahnks!
Thanks for the video! I plan on tackling all my own lawn care this season and just thought about composting yesterday.
It’s a great thing to do and beneficial😃
I’m ready to start
Great video and information !
Thank you!
Thanks! I just received mine 2 days ago in the wrong color but whatever. A neighbor gave me grass clippings and I’ve added torn cardboard, coffee grounds, paper bags, kitchen scraps, and some plant trimmings from my front yard. I have some teas that I don’t like so I may brew them and throw them in too. That bin was as hot as a mug the next day…& stinky. I ended up adding lots more browns today. I left it on the ground so the worms can easily enter. I’m excited to see what i come up with. I’m also excited to have found ur channel. 🙌🏽🌱♥️
Oh my this sounds so fantastic! You are putting such great materials in your bin and will benefit from it in the long haul. Thank you so much for subscribing to my chanel. Welcome to the GroLeafy family😊
they give 2 geobins free per family in our county..i didnt expect it to be a geobin . awesome product
That’s amazing you get it for free. Great service they have for the community
@@GroLeafy and ty for your tips..i literally just assembled mines today. wish me luuck
Great video im thinking about getting this. I live in FL so its pretty warm all year.
Question: how often should i turn the compost? How do i know when to turn it? How long until its usable in garden?
Great question! So I am a pretty lazy composter because I have so many gardening projects and tasks to do. So I turn mine when I remember (monthly). It would be better if I turned it weekly to bi-weekly because it would break down faster. The more you turn, it helps to reactivate and get the compost going. There are different reasons to turn. For example, the black soldier flies laid too many maggot larvas and so I had to turn it every few days and add carbon material to counteract the maggots. Or, if your pile temperature is not heating up then turn it to reactive the process. If you notice that your carbon materials on just sitting on top of the compost looking dry and not breaking down, the spray some water on the carbon, maybe add a little nitrogen material, and turn it. Compost is usable when it break down into soil particles. The warmer your compost gets, the faster it will take to break down. Compost can take as little at a couple of months to 2 years. Depending on how you build and care for your compost.
I am a big fan of composting and you hit all the nails right on the head. Boom. Boom. Boom.
Thanks!
Do you ever have problems with rats with this bin? I just had them in my attic and cannot do that again. I am worried that they could climb up the side of the bin
I have not had a problem with rats. I line the bottom ground with 1/4 inch hardware cloth and cover the top with a mesh tarp.
I would suggest no pallet. The bin has plenty of ventilation. You want worms to find there way in. I would buy some worms. Or collect worm's on a rainy day and add them to the bin
Since this video was made, I have not used a pallet in over a year and like it better without it. The worms do get in mush easier and I have lots of them. 😀