I agree that composting bins are expensive and usually require a lot of space. Living in an apartment with not much direct sunshine and not a lot of space has proved to be an interesting challenge. Some plants, like roses, actually bloom well with the amount of light they get. Basil does wonderfully, as does parsley, sage and rosemary. Will try thyme next summer. lol Tried tomatoes and cucumbers without any success. When composting in pots, I always put some heavy rocks on of the planter to deter squirrels and place the vegetable material as deep in the planters as possible.
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It's an excellent method for those who have limited space. I had never thought of it.
We grow most of our herbs in flower boxes on our deck. It's right off the kitchen, so it's very convenient to access, as well as to water and care for. One of our recent successes last year was Thai basil, which is beautiful as well as fragrant.