Discover the secrets of fertile soil: build up nutrient-rich soil using simple methods! This hands-on workshop explains how composting works, which materials are suitable, and how to turn kitchen or garden waste into valuable humus.
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It will also cover how healthy soil strengthens plants, retains water and naturally keeps pests at bay.
Possible topics – tailored to participants’ interests:
a brief introduction to soil structure, nutrient cycles and beneficial decomposers a guide to composting (hot vs. cold compost, bokashi, vermicompost, worm bin, surface composting)
Setting up a compost heap, layering, checking moisture and aeration (using the on-site compost)
Useful composting aids Tips on soil improvement: mulching, green manure, natural soil enhancers
Identifying and avoiding mistakes: odours, mould, pests
Who it’s for: Allotment gardeners, evening gardeners, balcony gardeners and other keen gardeners, and more
Where: Sheep shed at the Hahneberg Nature Conservation Station, Heerstraße 549, 13593 Berlin
Booking: Tel 030 26300787, mobile 0175 1178 352 or mail@naturschutzstation-hahneberg.de
Workshop leader: Friedrich Schembecker (gardening consultant)
The workshop is free of charge, though the association would be very grateful for any donations to the nature conservation centre!
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Dates
November 2026
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