With the arrival of warmer weather, gardening expert Simon Akeroyd advises home gardeners to focus on composting this April. He highlights that making your own compost not only promotes sustainability but also cuts costs associated with purchasing soil and compost from stores. Akeroyd suggests building compost bins using recycled pallets, arranged in a U-shape for easy access. He emphasizes the importance of a balanced mix of 'greens' (kitchen scraps) and 'browns' (cardboard, leaves, grass clippings) in a 50:50 ratio to facilitate effective decomposition. Regularly turning the compost helps aerate the mixture and speeds up the breakdown process. While the composting timeline can vary from 3-6 months to up to two years, the result is rich, nutrient-dense soil that benefits the garden.