One thing I forgot to mention before, is that if you use compost or leaf mould (irrespective of source) you probably want to sterilize it if it's destined for sowing seeds in pots. In the ground it's not such an issue, at least in my experience. What Fred and Travis mentioned is true regarding methods and ingredients for making compost. As I suggested before, there is a ton of good info out there on the WEB, and you really need to adapt and adjust to your own situation. Think of it as cooking, Lots of recipes, lots of possibilities, lots of differing results. I am not sure this thread should continue here however, as it is verging on being off-topic :) erik