Vermicomposting enthusiasts agree overall on what to feed their worms. But I’ve been feeding worms for decades now and know exactly what worms gobble up in a matter of days and what they leave for until they get hungry. In this article, we add our subjective twist as to the top five best foods for […]

Are you tired of constantly monitoring your worm bin’s temperature and moisture levels? Do you wish there was a way to create the perfect environment for your composting worms without the hassle? Well, look no further – worm blanket and lid are the best coverings for your worm bin that will revolutionize your vermicomposting experience. […]

Indoor composting worms gobble up a wide variety of food scraps, as they are active worms that love nibbling on organic waste. But what is the best way to feed them? Which types of foods make the best worm food? How is feeding indoor worms different from feeding outdoor worm populations? Feed your wigglers well, […]

Many a man is turning back to natural composting ways. Organic materials help create valuable soil amendments and can be used to improve plant growth, structure, and fertility. Composting is easy to do, cost-effective, and requires little space. Worm composting reduces household waste significantly by repurposing kitchen and garden waste. It is an environmentally friendly […]

Worms in a vermicomposting bin sometimes try to escape. If it’s just one or two adventurous worms, you don’t have much to worry about. However, if you see worms clumping near the top of the bin, at the air ducts, or climbing out, something may be amiss. Let’s find out why composting worms try to […]

Also known as worm composting, vermicomposting transforms food scrapes and other types of green waste into a dark, rich soil amendment. Made of worm cast, vermicompost is abundant in nutrients and full of microorganisms that help create and sustain healthy, fertile soil. If you’re considering enriching your soil with vermicompost, you’re at the right place. […]

Updated: June 27 2022 What Are Worm Castings? If you are looking for a safer and better fertilizer than the chemical-based products made today, you might want to use worm castings. Also known as vermicompost, it is perfect for supplementing your garden soil and plants. Castings from composting worms have been recognized as a natural […]

Are there differences between vermicomposting, hot composting, and cold composting? Let’s talk about three different types of composting. All these styles of composting break down waste organic matter into natural fertilizer. What are the benefits of each? When is it best to use vermicomposting – composting with worms – versus hot or cold composting?

All living organisms go through the same life cycle: birth, development, reproduction, and death. What is the life cycle of the King of Composting, the Red Worm? These worms are hermaphrodites. That means they each have both male and female reproductive organs. Let’s find out how they make new, baby worms! Red Worm Reproduction Red […]

Peat moss makes excellent bedding for a vermicomposting bin, but how can you tell if a bag of peat moss is safe for your composting worms? Many people new to vermicomposting ask whether they should add peat moss that contains additional ingredients. The bag might say it “feeds” with a chemical fertilizer, such as Miracle-Gro. […]