Mulch and Compost

Today we moved compost from one bin to another.  We did this because we have a new area and the old compost bin was being decomposed by the compost.  The new area has more sun so it will decompose faster.

We gather fruits and vegetables that students don't eat and put them in the compost bin.  The bacteria break them down and we use it for soil.  Composting is a really good thing because we are reusing things that other people are throwing away like apple cores and eggs and other resources.

Ruler noticed a few living things that make their home in the compost bin like spiders, roly-polies and worms.  These help break down the compost.

We also spread mulch so that we can help the soil that is on the ground.  It helps keep the soil wet by holding rain like a sponge when it rains.  As it breaks down it gives nutrients to the soil.  It also prevents weeds from growing by blocking the sunlight.  It also makes the garden look nicer.