Bucket in a Hole

Additional comments about Bucket in a Hole method:

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• The container may be any size with a lid.

• The soil will insulate the bucket contents from ambient air temperature variations.

• Maintain a moisture level in the organic materials that it is similar to the moisture content of freshly brewed coffee grounds, saturated but not dripping.

• When the bucket is 3/4 full, stop adding organic materials and allow contents to finish decomposing.

• When the compost is finished, pull up the bucket and shake the contents into the hole or to another area in your garden. Then, restart the process.

• Composting worms may be added to this system.

 

Please see Desert Composting Recommendations​.

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If you have questions, see Ask A Master.

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Also see Demonstration in Your Backyard.

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To see other styles of homemade compost bins see Homemade Compost Bins for the Desert.

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Instructions by John Zarola, photos by Mike Stoy.