Feb 15, 2024 · Keep It Moist: Your compost should be as wet as a wrung-out sponge. Add water if it’s too dry, or browns if it’s too wet. Turn Your Pile: Every few weeks, use a shovel or compost turner to aerate your pile, which speeds up the composting process. Harvest Your Compost: In 2-6 months, you’ll have rich, crumbly compost ready to use. It