Terracotta Composting Kit

Description

How to Use

Terracotta is naturally porous, so it breathes and regulates moisture on its own — you can start

composting right away.

1. Set up your kit. Place the tray down, then place the pot on top of it. The tray will collect any excess

liquid that drains out during composting.

2. Add your first dry layer. Add a layer of dried leaves, coco peat, soil, or sand.
3. Add your wet waste. Add your kitchen scraps — vegetable peels, fruit waste, tea leaves.
4. Add another dry layer on top. Cover the wet waste with soil, dried leaves, or garden scraps.
5. Close the lid. Use the trowel to mix every few days, and repeat the layering each time you add

fresh waste.

In 30–45 days, you’ll have dark, crumbly, ready-to-use compost for your plants.

Care Instructions

• Keep your pot away from direct rain — terracotta composts best when sheltered, such as on a

          covered balcony or indoors.

• Don’t scrub the inside clean between batches. A little residual matter actually helps the next cycle

           break down faster.

• Handle with care. Terracotta is sturdy but breakable — keep it away from pets and accidental

           knocks.

• If white mineral scaling appears on the surface over time, gently rub with a little tamarind paste and

           wipe clean with a damp cloth.

• Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth if it collects dust — no harsh cleaners needed.

Tips for Beginners

• Balance is everything. If your compost smells bad or looks too wet, add more dry material (leaves,

coco peat) and mix. If it looks too dry, add a little water or fresh kitchen scraps.

• Don’t add cooked food, oil, dairy, or meat — these slow down composting and attract pests.
• Chop larger scraps into smaller pieces before adding them — they break down faster.
• Mix every few days. It brings in air and keeps the process moving smoothly.
• A dry, slower compost is normal in terracotta — it’s a feature, not a flaw. The natural airflow keeps

things fresh, even if it takes a little longer than plastic bins.

• Patience in the first batch pays off. The first cycle is usually the slowest — once your pot has

composted once, future batches tend to work faster.

For a family of 2-3 you will need 2 pots

For a family of 4, you will need 4 pots and so on.