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Ordering Worms from Uncle Jim’s: What to Expect
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 United States and the worms are guaranteed to arrive alive, or we will replace them. What can you expect when you order live vermicomposting worms? Always remember that these worms […]
Which Type of Worm Do I Need?
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 out there. Here at Uncle Jim’s Worm Farm, we sell three main types of worms: Red Wigglers for composting; Super Reds for composting, releasing into the soil and fishing; and […]
Wake Up Your Vermicomposting Bin in the Spring
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 see how your worms are doing. They get slow and sleepy in the cold, but now, they are hard at work eating food scraps and churning out worm castings, a […]
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 depending of time of year contain several different compost worm species. Not to worry! Bed run worms are superior because they work all layers of the compost not just the […]
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 dwellers are composting at home using worms or tapping into city-run programs to keep organic waste out of the trash. The resulting compost helps keep plants strong and healthy. Compostable […]
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 restrictions on how it can be used. In general, untreated grey water should not be used. When gray water does not go to municipal waste treatment facility, there are three […]
Where Should I Put My Worm Bin?
Here at Uncle Jim’s Worm Farm, we often hear the question “Where should I put my worm bin?” Your bin’s location in or outside your home can make a huge difference to your worms’ health and happiness. By adjusting the placement of your bin based on your climate, season, and other home conditions, you can ensure […]
Disclaimer: This article is meant all in good fun. There are many emotional, practical and entertainment advantages to furry and feathered pets. This article is meant to educate you about composting worms by comparing and contrasting them to furry/feathered pets. Enjoy! Composting worms make great pets because they are no trouble at all. Stocking a […]
Harmful Worms For People and Pets
Here at Uncle Jim’s Worm Farm, we love worms and value them for all they do for organic gardening, house plants and our ecosystem. Our famous Red Wigglers are amazing composters that will turn any ordinary garden into a beautiful lush that produces much bigger and healthier looking foods. However, not all worms are beneficial […]
For most of us, the holidays mean good food and lots of it. Along with all the food preparation comes increased amounts of food waste. If you usually feed your vegetable scraps to your worms, you might be wondering if you can give them all the extra scraps you’ll be generating. Well, the short answer […]