Ordering Worms from Uncle Jim’s: What to Expect
May 18, 2015
When you need worms for vermicomposting, your best bet is to order Red Wigglers from Uncle Jim’s Worm Farm. We ship all over the contiguous
How to Harvest Your Compost
May 5, 2015
You have been faithfully adding organic matter to your compost bin, and now it’s time to reap the harvest! In the spring and summer, your
Which Type of Worm Do I Need?
April 15, 2015
A worm is a worm is a worm. Or not! You may not have thought about it, but there are lots of types of worms
Lawn and Garden Fertilization with Worm Compost
April 3, 2015
It’s no secret that people need to make less garbage, and that composting has become big business. While any home composting method will decrease the
Wake Up Your Vermicomposting Bin in the Spring
March 31, 2015
Mother Nature is waking up and warming up. The spring sun is bestowing new life and vigor. It’s time to check inside your composter to
Springtime at the Worm Bin
March 23, 2015
With temperatures rising and spring in the air, you may be looking forward to harvesting some of the contents of your worm bin. Worm castings
Composting Worms Species Disclaimer
March 12, 2015
We cannot guarantee a 100% pure species of any type composting worms. Our worms are harvested from worm beds that are decades old and may
Compost in the City: Urban Composting Tips
February 24, 2015
Even if you live in a city, you can still cut back on waste and help the environment by composting your kitchen scraps. Many city
Worms and Gray Water Purification
February 12, 2015
Gray water is basically the wastewater that flows out of the drains of your house. For health reasons, there are often local, regional or state
Safely Can Vegetables for Long-Term Storage
February 2, 2015
Canning vegetables is a great way to build home food storage and do it cheaply and safely – and you can use your home grown
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