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Put Your Finished Compost to Use
Soil Amending
One common misconception is that compost has to be collected all in one batch. Most people who compost choose to section off their bin or create multiple bins in order to always have compost at different stages. This means that you would always have some compost just starting off at the same time as compost that is ready for use. This turns composting into a continuous rather than a temporary process.
So now that you’re finished making compost, what do you do with it? The answer is much simpler than you might think. Compost can be used for any sort of garden work that requires soil or fertilizer. Some of the most common uses are:
Although compost can work as a soil substitute, the best way to maximize its benefits is by mixing it in with the existing soil you already have. Doing so revitalizes the soil, making it much more nutrient rich.
Mulch
Just like the mulch you might buy at a gardening store, mulch made of compost has the ability to suppress weeds and add fertility to your soil. The best part is that you don’t have to treat it any differently than any other type of mulch; spread it around plants and trees. After a few days it will begin to break up and absorb into the soil