What
the catalogue says
"The unique Rotol composter is the
professional's choice - the reliable way to make sweet, friable
compost time
after time from ordinary garden waste. Simple to use and empty, robust
and very efficient, you will get excellent results in a matter of weeks.
The more put in - the quicker it works. Once fullthe Rotol can either
be left in
place to process compost further
or simply lift off to start the process again elsewhere. Exceptional 10
year guarantee and generous 10 cu.ft. capacity make this a must for any
garden. Full information instructions and expert tips virtually ensure
success time after time."
The
Verdict
A very good compost bin which works well. Simple construction, robust,
light and easy to move. I insulated mine with 2 layers of bubble wrap
and achieved a compost temperature of over 70C!
Available
from:
The Green Gardens Catalogue, Original Organics Ltd, Unit 9 Langlands Business
Park, Uffculme, Cullompton, Devon EX15 3DA. Telephone (01884) 841515.
Price: £26.94
BIOTAL- Biological Compost Maker - Leaves
What
the manufacturer says
"A unique liquid bio composter containing specially
formulated fungi which accelerate the process of breaking down leaves
into high quality leaf mould to replace peat and other soil conditioners.
How to
Use
Gather leaves and place in black plastic bag. Shake the bottle and
squeeze 10ml into the special measuring chamber on the bottle. Add to
2 gallons of water in a watering can and thoroughly drench the leaves.
After 1 week pierce the bag several times with a garden fork. Check on
progress after 3 months and monthly thereafter until ready for use. For
best results use the Biotal Compost-A-Cube which holds approximately 8
bin bags of leaves and is ready perforated and re-usable. If possible
shred leaves first. If bags are unsuitable or unavailable, pile the leaves
into a heap or chicken wire enclosure, drench with Biotal solution and
cover. 10ml will treat one large bin bag of leaves.
Safety
Biotal Compost Maker is a naturally occurring non toxic, non hazardous
product. No special precautions needed when in use."
The
Verdict
Superb results in just 1 year! A bag of mainly oak leaves was collected
in November 1996 and treated with the Compost Maker. In November 1997
the bag contained rich, black compost. For those without space for the
traditional chicken wire leaf mould heaps the Biotal bag method
really does work and works fast! The plan this year is to make 10 times
more leaf mould using this product. Thoroughly recommended!
Available from:
Garden centres, mail order catalogues and specialist Organic suppliers.
What
the catalogue says
"A simple and effective way to aerate your compost heap. Speed up
the composting process by pushing the steel zinc plated probe deep product
and as it withdraws, paddles spread out to aerate the compost."
The
Verdict
An absolutely superb tool! It really does take the backache out
of compost turning and does a good job of mixing and aerating the contents.
Thoroughly recommended!
Available
from:
The Green Gardens Catalogue, Original Organics Ltd,
Unit 9 Langlands Business Park, Uffculme, Cullompton, Devon EX15 3DA.
Telephone (01884) 841515.
Price: £9.99
