By

Victoria Brun

The designer and seller of the Compot and other compost options

(Often, as in this blog, I give a voice in this blog to interns I work with, fellow gardeners, and those who sell tickets to events or products to sustain Earth. I don’t have a financial interest in products or services blogged here but I’m discussing possibly selling this simple product with the author, designer and seller of the Compot, Victoria Brun. As always I welcome any feedback.)

In an era where sustainability is paramount, composting has become a vital tool in reducing waste and nurturing our planet. Among the myriad composting methods available,

***• Victoria Brun with the Compot, a composting option of about 5 litres volume***

the Eco-Eze Compot Composter shines with its user-friendly design and eco-conscious features.

Whether you're a novice composter or just beginning your journey with Eco-Eze, here's a comprehensive guide to maximizing its potential in seven simple steps.

Step 1: Setup Start by choosing a suitable location for your Eco-Eze Compot Composter. Opt for a spot that's easily accessible for adding kitchen scraps and animal waste. Depending on your preference and seasonal considerations, decide whether to place it in direct sunlight or partial shade. Once you've chosen the perfect spot, dig a hole approximately 30cm deep and 30cm wide.

The Compot is roughly the size of a 5 litre container. It can be used in a small or large garden so the size makes it easy to use in a range of gardens and garden sizes.

The next two photos are placed together so the size of the hole for a Compot can be seen at the same time as the size of the Compot - compare the size of the spade with the size of the Compot that has been put in a hole and is shown in the photo below

***Step 1 - dig a hole***
***- the width of the spade in the photo above is about the same as the width of the Compot put in the hole in the soil in the photo below***

Step 2: Placement

Lower your Compot into the prepared hole, ensuring it sits level with the ground. Backfill the hole with soil to secure the Compot in place.

The Eco-Eze Compot Composter requires no assembly, making setup a breeze. If placing it near a tree, invert the lid to facilitate hassle-free mowing over the Compot.

***Step 3 Put kitchen food waste into the Compot***

Step 3: Add Kitchen Waste

Now, it's time to fill your Compot with kitchen waste. You have two options:

A. Worm-Friendly Waste: If you intend to use the composter for worm composting, ensure to only add worm-friendly materials

B. All Kitchen Waste: For comprehensive waste disposal, including meat, dairy, citrus, onions, and even pet waste, you want to attract the Soldier Fly. Ferment the scraps with either wastewater or Bokashi Bran for optimal results.

Step 4: Lock on lid and cover

Secure the reversible lid onto the composter and cover it with suitable materials such as grass clippings, leaves, hay, or straw. Avoid covering with soil to allow adequate airflow. Steer clear of sugar cane mulch, as it may attract rodents due to its sweet scent.

***Step 5 - Refill as the food waste is composted - plant more Compots around the garden to fertilise more plants***

Step 5: Plant a few around the garden

Enhance your garden's sustainability by planting multiple Compots around the area.

Continuously fill them with waste, rotating as needed.

If soil harvest is desired, allow one composter to rest for 4 to 6 weeks for complete decomposition before spreading the nutrient-rich soil in your garden.

***Step 6 - watch your garden grow as the compost and the life and nutrients in it go into the adjoining soil***

Step 6: Rotate filling Maintain a seamless composting process by rotating filling your Compots. Devise a rotation strategy that works for you ensuring a constant supply of space to dispose of your waste. There's no need to wait for complete decomposition before refilling—keep the cycle going for efficient waste management. Once you have reached the last pot the first pot will be ready to top up.

***Step 7 - Harvest wonderful soil for pot plants , garden plants***

Step 7: Harvest Soil

Harvest the composted soil from your Compot once it reaches capacity. Soldier Flies continually empty your pots so accumulating soil may take anywhere from 6 months to a year. This means less work for me. Worms want to fill your pots with soil so this method may require regular harvesting of soil. Enjoy the fruits of your composting labour by spreading the nutrient-rich soil throughout your garden or using it in potted plants.

Other uses:

And for added gardening excitement, consider integrating a Compottop to grow plants from seeds — an optional extra that brings joy, especially to younger enthusiasts.

Or Integrate your Compot into a Coolseat to grow both worms and Soldier Flies (they create soil faster than worms and eat meat which can kill worms) for the ultimate composting solution - see example in photo below.

***ª A*** ***Coolseat*** ***with a Compot in the garden bed beside the seat under which there are two compost baskets; the compot can compost dog poo, too - see amazing photos of that on the Compot*** ***site***.

In conclusion:

Using the Eco-Eze Compot Composter offers a straightforward and rewarding approach to recycling organic waste, minimizing landfill contribution, and nurturing your garden. By following these seven simple steps, you'll embark on a journey towards a greener, more sustainable future.

The possibilities with your Eco-Eze Compot Composter are endless—it's all up to you!

Vicki Brun