Tumbleweed Rotating Composter

Gardeners often employ a variety of techniques to grow lush, healthy vegetables. One of these methods involves a process called composting. Compost is made from organic waste that has degraded into a blackened soil-like substance. This substance is incredibly rich in nutrients and is remarkably effective as a fertilizer. People can make compost from unused food, dead plants and even old boxes. The problem with composting is that it can take quite a while for the material to break down and decompose. If you don’t want to wait forever for your compost to finish, you need to look for a composting bin that has a low turnaround time.

One compost bin that is quite fast is the Tumbleweed Rotating Composter. This composter can create ready-to-use compost in as little as 21 days. Most composters require a month or more between jobs. The secret to the Tumbleweed’s success lies in its rotating design. The compost barrel sits on a metal stand that allows it to rotate around. Users regularly turn the barrel to add oxygen to the compost, helping the bacteria to thrive. As the barrel turns, the compost falls over a steel rod inside, breaking up the compost into small pieces for better coverage.

When the compost is broken down, aeration and decomposition can be achieved. The legs that support the unit are made from tubular steel and are quite strong. The wide base ensures that the unit will not tip over even when spinning. Both of the lids have a twist-lock to keep animals and children out. The lids also feature vents which allow excess heat and moisture to escape, while letting oxygen in for aeration to occur. This system eliminates the tedious task of agitating the compost using a shovel. Simply spin the barrel a few times with your hands every day. If you want to speed up your composting process even more, consider making wormery compost. This process employs worms that eat rotting material.