Compost is not garbage you forgot to put out-it's a balanced mix of organic materials that benefits your garden. In this new edition of The Compost Book, David Taylor divulges the secrets of good compost-making. Whether you live in the city or the country, you will learn: the type of compost which suits your soil, the ideal materials for making compost, the correct structure of a compost heap, what to do if your compost stinks or is vermin-infested. Whatever size your backyard or balcony, this book will help you make a difference to your garden and the environment.