Eggshells: They’re rich in calcium carbonate, which helps plants develop stronger cell walls.
Neem leaves: They’re known for acting both as a fertilizer for plants and worms and as a pesticide against insects.
Garden soil: It should be dry when added. Soil prevents the compost from attracting insects and flies, plus it’s rich in the microorganisms needed for the decomposition process to start. It keeps bad smells away too.
Compost: You’ll need a bit of compost or a compost starter because these contain microbes that will help your batch of organic contents break down, as well as nitrogen.
Banana peels: They add potassium and small amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus, and magnesium to the mix.
Green kitchen scraps: These are high in nitrogen. They can include anything ranging from salad, to potatoes, to onion and carrot peels, just to name a few.
Other optional ingredients: These include (but are not limited to) wood chips, straw or hay, shrub prunings, pine needles, shredded paper, and coffee grounds.

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