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===Materials===
===Materials===
Anything that was once alive will naturally decompose. However, some organic wastes should not be composted at home.
Anything that was once alive will naturally decompose. However, some organic wastes should not be composted at home.
==What does compost actually do?==
* It fertilizes the garden
* It improves soil structure, aeration & texture
* It improves soil's water-holding capacity
* It helps sandy soils retain moisture
* It loosens clay soil
* It provides food for micro organisms
* It acts as a mulch
==DO compost these items:==
==DO compost these items:==
