COMPOST 101

SAFE FOR THE VEGGIE GARDEN

The YES List

GREEN

• Fruits
• vegetables
• flowers
• eggshells
• water left from boiling vegetables 

BROWN

• Leaves
• coffee grounds & filters
• tea bags
• sawdust
• hair (pet hair ok)
• dirt
• newspaper (no coloured ink, magazines ect.)
• Tree trimmings
• toilet paper rolls
• grass cuttings

Remember - Balance!!! Compost bins require frequent turning. Add water when compost is to dry. Rinse all fruits and vegetables. Smaller pieces compost faster. Shred if possible.

The NO List

• bread
• seafood (including shellfish)
• oil
• cheese
• meat
• bones
• weeds
• compostable utensils
• compostable containers
• take-out containers
• tissue paper
• leftovers
• cardboard