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Gamla

You buy the Gamla range of products to help you compost if you are fond of potted plants, and have a lot of space to keep pots.

1
Gamla without Plant

We will supply what we have in stock. If you need anything specifically please make a note in your order.
2
Pipe Small

This Pipe with lid sits inside the Gamla to allow for composting small amounts of waste. This size is ideal for kid's gamlas to make them understand the concept of composting.
3
Pipe Big

This pipe with lid sits inside the Medium and Large Gamla. You must use shallow rooted plants in the Gamla with pipe
4
Gamla with Plant & Pip

We supply this with a plant all ready for use. You can also ask for a painted version if you like.

FAQ's

What is it?

The Gamla is a modified potted plant. Plants surround the organic waste while decomposition takes place in the central terracotta pipe. Gamlas are ideally combined with a Kambha to manage organic waste generated by a family of 4. If you want to manage all your organic waste at home using the Gamlas, you will need around 15-30 Gamlas.

There is a large gardening market all across the world. Millions and millions of potted plants all occupying space. This design was one way to appropriate some of that volume and insert composting there. The pipe is the critical part - it can be inserted into any pot. Yes, some plants would not grow in the constrained space, but a lot of shallow rooted plants easily grow around the pipe.

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What kind of plants can i plant in a Gamla with pipe?

You can use shallow rooted plants. Even some herbs and greens like Methi will grow well.

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Why do I need to use Gamlas at all - they seem to handle very little waste.

Gamlas are useful in the garden for garden waste and where potted plants are already in use. Some customers like putting small bits of odd waste into the Gamlas. Gamlas are handy to dump waste in balconies and corridors. They are an ideal product to teach young children about composting and make a great Gift.

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Do I need to add any accelerator to my Gamla?

Adding accelerator helps but is not critical. You can use the Daily Dump accelerator or use any other that you know about.

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My Gamlas fill up too fast.

You should then use more Gamlas and also use a Leave-It Pot to distribute the composting material for effective and hassle free composting.

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I find it difficult to remove the semicomposted material every 15 days.

Then you should not use the Gamla at all.

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What can I add instead of dried leaves?

Shredded newspaper is a good substitute for dried leaves. You should shred it fine and scatter it over the pile so that it does not clump when you add water. The bleach and chlorine of the paper in such small quantities is not a problem.

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What happens when I go out of town?

No problem, the compost enjoys the break! Just check moisture levels when you get back.

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