Madison, NJ
– Composting at its simplest is a mix of dried leaves and food waste. It creates natural fertilizer and reduces municipal solid waste by as much as 22 percent, according to a study by Massachusetts Institute of Technology. To help residents tackle climate action in their backyards, the Environmental Commissions of the Chathams, Madison and Morris Township are hosting an online talk, “Composting Simplified: Black Gold for your Garden,” with Cheri Wilczek, a Rutgers Master Gardener. The online talk will be held on March 22, 2021 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are free and can be reserved by visiting https://compostingmastergardener.eventbrite.com.
Wilczek refers to compost as “black gold” because it is one of the best soil amendments in a gardener’s tool box. It is rich in micronutrients and easy to add to the trees, shrubs, plants and vegetables in your yard.