Stunning show underway from one of the prolific and virtually indestructible Canna Lilies we raise from rhizome division on pure compost at #KensingtonTownHallCompost
Hoop House Number One now up and running thanks to our hardworking #KensingtonTownHallCompost volunteers. Made entirely from the surplus urban and industrial materials thrown up and thrown away by the population of #Melbourne. Our latest cool season seedlings have moved into their new home
A beautiful thing about hyperlocal compost processing is the opportunity for hyper low-emission transport options.
Our current compost input collection vehicle of choice distributes hundreds of litres of coffee grounds every week, moves nutrients across the neighbourhood compost network as needed.
All powered by bioenergetic sources (how much can depend on how many cups of coffee were consumed)
A lot the larger pieces of woody material left over from hot composting are too big, especially for raising seeds in...
We have a screening bay to sift out large material. We have tried ultra-fine 11mm mesh, but it is very time consuming to push compost through. 20mm apertures seem about right for quick sieving and a reasonable grade of compost.
This year work on a screening trommel to try and speed the process up even more!