Urban Composting: Turning Waste into Garden Gold

Composting isn't just for those with big backyards. Here's how city dwellers can create 'black gold' for their plants:

1. Bokashi Composting

• Uses fermentation process
• Can handle meat and dairy scraps
• Ideal for small apartments

2. Worm Composting (Vermicomposting)

• Use red wiggler worms
• Great for vegetable scraps and paper
• Can be done indoors in a bin

3. Countertop Composting

• Use small, odor-free bins
• Perfect for collecting kitchen scraps
• Empty regularly into a larger compost system

4. Community Composting

• Join local community garden compost programs
• Participate in city-wide composting initiatives
• Start a composting program in your apartment building

5. What to Compost

• Fruit and vegetable scraps
• Coffee grounds and tea bags
• Eggshells and nutshells
• Avoid meat, dairy, and oily foods

By composting, you're not only creating nutrient-rich soil for your plants but also reducing waste. It's a win-win for you and the environment!