What is compost used for in a garden?

Improving soil with decayed organic matter.

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  1. Painting plant pots
  2. Killing all insects
  3. Improving soil with decayed organic matter ✔

Why: Compost adds decayed plant material that improves soil structure and fertility.

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Compost is a recipe for happy soil.
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References

Answer: Improving soil with decayed organic matter. Compost adds decayed plant material that improves soil structure and fertility.

  1. Scouting America: Plant Science www.scouting.org/merit-badges/plant-science
    Demonstrate soil preparation, staking, watering, weeding, mulching, composting, fertilizing
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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