Why Do We Compost ?

Great question — composting flowers is one of the simplest and most effective ways to make use of blooms once they’re past their prime. Here are the main reasons why you should compost flowers instead of throwing them away:

Environmental Benefits

• Reduces landfill waste: Flowers tossed in the trash end up in landfills, where they break down anaerobically and release methane — a potent greenhouse gas. Composting keeps them out of landfills.

• Recycles nutrients: Flowers are organic matter rich in carbon and some nutrients. Composting returns those nutrients to the soil instead of letting them go to waste.

• Supports sustainability: It closes the loop — flowers come from the earth, and through composting, they give back to it.

Soil & Garden Benefits

• Improves soil health: Compost from flowers enriches soil structure, improves aeration, and helps retain moisture.

• Provides natural fertilizer: Compost adds organic matter and beneficial microorganisms to the soil, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.

• Encourages biodiversity: Healthy compost supports worms, fungi, and other life that create a thriving soil ecosystem.

Practical Benefits

• Cost savings: Less money spent on fertilizers and soil amendments.

• Cleaner disposal: Instead of bagging and trashing flowers, composting turns them into something useful and beautiful again.

• Educational opportunity: Composting flowers is an easy way to teach kids and volunteers about sustainability and the natural cycle of life.