Tumbleweed Composter Tumbler 60 Gal Rugged Start Price USD 179.99 Current Price USD 179.99 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, September 01, 2008 End Time Thursday, September 11, 2008 Location Lake Villa, Illinois See more about 'Tumbleweed Composter Tumbler 60 Gal Rugged ' Description There’s no better way to smother weeds, retain moisture and  pamper plants than with a top-dressing of rich, dark  compost. It feeds them gently, helps build disease resistance,  improves  soil and produces more bountiful yields. Yet store-bought compost is expensive. Covering an average  500 square foot vegetable garden with a 2” to 3” layer of  compost runs around $100. Treating your flower beds raises  the ante higher. Of course, you can always make a compost pile, provided you  have a place where it’s out of view, plus a lot of strength and  patience. Leave it alone, and it’ll probably take a year  or more  to decompose. Turn it regularly with a pitchfork, a  cumbersome job, and it will still take many months. Or you could buy a compost maker. It will pay for itself quickly  in mulch and fertilizer costs, and will speed up the  composting process significantly. There are substantial differences among models,  so it pays to  do your homework first. Here are a few questions  to ask:  How much does it hold? While a large capacity sounds ideal, large loads may require a lot of strength to turn.       Does the design maximize aeration, which speeds the composting process?         Is it attractive or will it be an eyesore in my yard?             How much room will it take up?              How do you load and unload the contents? Is access easy?             Is it easy to turn, even when fully loaded?            What is it made of? Will it crack or rust after only a few years of use?             Is the price a good value? Be sure to factor in shipping costs, and consider the capacity               you’re getting for your money.      In a recent test performed by members of the National Home  Gardening Club, the Tumbleweed Composter was rated 9.1  out of a possible 10 for ease of use, 9.5 for  durability and 10    for performance. Take a look at its features  and it’s easy to  see why. The Tumbleweed’s patented design includes a stainless steel  rod through the center that promotes aeration and  dramatically speeds results. You’ll be pampering your plants  with nutrient-rich compost in as little as 21 days – four times  faster than traditional methods. Assembly takes 15 minutes or less with just a screwdriver.  After that, just toss in some composting material – food  scraps, leaves and grass    clippings that otherwise go to waste. There are lids on both  ends for easy loading and unloading. Complete instructions  are included, so you’ll know  exactly what materials work best for composting.   A compact 46” H x 26” W x 34” deep, the Tumbleweed fits  nicely in small spaces. Its attractive design blends in with the  background; it’s not an eyesore like many other compost bins. In addition, it’s made of heavy duty UV-protected  polypropylene plastic with rustproof galvanized steel legs.  Made in Australia, it’s designed to withstand harsh climate  extremes. Give your Tumbleweed a daily spin and you’ll be rewarded  with earthy dark brown compost in a few short weeks. (The  exact timing varies depending on factors such as weather  and composting materials.) It’s easy to turn, even when full.  The vented lids allow for even air flow and drainage. Altogether, the Tumbleweed’s combination of fast results,  ease of use, large capacity, compact design, rugged  construction and affordable price make it a superior choice. Best of all, with the Tumbleweed, you’ll enjoy unlimited  quantities of free organic fertilizer. What’s more, you’ll never  have to buy mulch again.   Shipping Information   Sorry we can only ship this item to a Verified and Confirmed addresses within the USA Orders shipped within 24 to 72 working hours upon receipt. We ship within the 48 contiguous U.S only. Most orders are shipped between 24 - 48 hours after being received. Sorry we are unable to ship to P.O.Boxes Place a Bid!