Composting in Winter: 12 Tips That Keep Your Pile Working (2026)

Composting in winter with a pile of organic compost and leaves

Composting in winter feels like a lost cause the first time you lift the lid and find a frozen, silent pile. It is not. The microbes that break down your kitchen scraps and garden waste do not disappear in cold weather, they simply slow down, and with a few practical changes you can keep them … Read more