Compost Pile Basics From Leaves to Gardener Gold
John Deere Lawn and Garden Expert explains building a compost pile with 20,000 leaves as the base. Gather organic matter, build a 3 by 4 foot pile, layer fertilizer 10 10 10, lime for odor, soil on top, keep moist, turn regularly, and water during dry spells to maintain heat and microbial action for rich compost.