You don’t need a big yard (or a big budget) to start composting.
You just need a system that fits your life.
At its heart, composting is the ultimate act of self-reliance — transforming waste into nourishment and closing the loop between your kitchen and your garden (even if that garden’s in pots).
Whether you live in a city apartment or a suburban townhouse, there’s a compost solution for you. Here’s how to make it work:
🌱 Urban-Friendly Composting Options:
- Bokashi Bucket – Perfect for under the sink. Uses microbes to ferment scraps with zero smell.
- Worm Farm – Great for courtyards or balconies. Worms do the hard work, and you get “worm tea” for your plants.
- Compact Tumblers – Ideal if you’ve got a bit more space outdoors. Easy to turn, fast to break down.
♻️ Quick Composting Do’s:
- Keep a tidy benchtop scrap container
- Balance greens (food waste) and browns (paper, dry leaves)
- Add used coffee grounds or tea leaves regularly
- Avoid meat, dairy, and oily foods unless using Bokashi
Starting a compost system doesn’t just cut waste — it connects you back to the cycle of life. From plate to soil to plate again.
It’s one of the smallest, most powerful acts of change.
And it starts with what’s already in your hands.
