Compost Science for Gardeners

“Do you want to know anything about compost or composting? And I do mean “anything!” Robert Pavlis’s book “Compost Science for Gardeners” covers it all, including of course, leading you through the nitty gritty, hands-on making of compost, various kinds of bins, and best uses of compost. Also, some specialized composts, such as bokashi and vermicompost, and more.”—Lee Reich, PhD. author of The Ever Curious Gardener and Growing Figs in Cold Climates Come visit my farmden at

“Myth buster Robert Pavlis has done it again – written an essential resource on the science (and art) of composting. This will be a great addition to your gardening bookshelf.”—Rebecca Martin, technical editor for Mother Earth News

“Robert Pavlis does what he does best: uses down to earth science to teach, this time to make great compost. This should be your go to manual for great soil!”—Jeff Lowenfels, author of DIY Autoflowering Cannabis, and the Teaming series books on organic growing.

Robert Pavlis is a Master Gardener with over 45 years’ experience in the art and science of horticulture, with a particular focus on soil chemistry and health. He is the owner and developer of Aspen Grove Gardens, a 6-acre botanical garden featuring 3,000 varieties of plants. A sought-after speaker and lecturer, Robert has published many articles in magazines such as Mother Earth News and Ontario Gardening. He is the author of Plant Science for Gardeners, Soil Science for Gardeners and Building Natural Ponds. He resides in Guelph, Canada.