Indoor Composting: Worm Bins & Small Bioreactors for Any Home

No yard? No problem. Indoor composting works in apartments, condos, any home. Two main systems:

1. Worm Bin (Vermicomposting)

Red wigglers + microbes break down scraps. Cool process (no heat). Ideal for apartments. Castings = premium fertilizer for houseplants. Kids love it—common in schools. Bins and worms available online/garden centers.

2. 20-Gallon Garbage Can Bioreactor

Aerobic, heat-producing. Finished compost in 2–3 months. Drill air holes, ensure drainage, insulate for heat retention. Needs moisture, airflow, and proper C:N balance.

What Goes In (and What Stays Out)

Yes: Fruit/veg scraps, coffee grounds, tea bags, eggshells (rinsed), houseplant trimmings.

No: Meat, bones, dairy, oils, fats—smells and attracts rodents.

Chop pieces uniformly (~1 inch) for even breakdown. Turn occasionally to aerate and prevent odor.

Why Bother?

Diverts waste from landfill. Creates fertility for indoor/outdoor plants. One orange rind at a time, you're closing the loop.