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mowerThe Home Composter has the very latest seasonal tips and advice on home composting.
Our
latest edition tells you how to deal with all those grass clippings
For advice on how to empty your compostabin see our step by step guide.

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Hear about our latest organic gardening tips on BBC Radio Scotland's "Beechgrove Potting Shed" on Sunday 22nd June at noon.

Organic Gardening

red cabbageASK Organic, Scotland's leading experts on organic gardening, show how to grow your own fruit & veg organically - how to prevent and control garden pests organically - how to attract wildlife to the garden - and lots more.
Visit our seasonal ‘Hows and Whys’ page to learn why we use organic methods for best results. 
Our Home Grown advice leaflets describe how to grow your own organic fruit and vegetables.

Composting

comfreyWe can solve all your questions about home composting. Since 1995, ASK Organic have been advising thousands of householders on how to make good compost from their garden rubbish. ASK Organic is in partnership with Scottish Borders Council to advise householders about home composting. We have also run several community home composting schemes for environmental charities.

Recipes

veg on tableASK Organic Home Cooking provides seasonal recipes and ideas for making the most of your produce. Whether you have grown it yourself, subscribed to a box scheme or bought local, these recipes will help you serve up delicious and interesting meals. Fresh seasonal food tastes best, is packed with more nutrients and reduces those food miles.

NEW -Exciting dishes with Spinach, Chard and Wild Greens