Vermicomposting
New to vermicomposting? You’re not alone, and we’re here to help. This section provides information on using worm castings from vermicomposting systems to make the most of your gardening experience. Earthworms are an important feature in maintaining healthy soil. In addition to learning about composting with worms, you will find tips on using vermicompost and how to create vermicompost in the garden. With this vermicomposting guide, you'll enjoy the benefits of using earthworms and their by-products for growing healthy plants.
Vermicomposting
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Worm Casting Tea Recipe: Learn How To Make A Worm Casting Tea
Worm casting tea is what you get when you steep some of your castings in water. The result is a very useful all-natural liquid fertilizer that can be diluted and used to water plants. Learn more about how to make worm casting tea in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Worm Farming Guide For Indoor Gardeners
Using kitchen scraps to feed an indoor worm farm is a win-win. Click here to learn how to create and maintain one.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Worm Tower Composting In The Garden
Use a tower of worms to convert organic waste into amazing rich humus. Read on to see if a worm farm in a compost tower is just what you need in the garden.
By Amy Grant
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Worm Tube Information – Learn How To Make A Worm Tube
Worm tubes, sometimes known as worm towers, are creative alternatives to traditional compost bins or piles. Making a worm tube couldn't be easier, and most supplies are inexpensive - or maybe even free. Learn more about them in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Worm Bed Benefits: Learn About Worm Beds In Gardens
Have you ever thought of raising earthworms? Not as pets, but as a way to enrich your garden soil. Worm beds in gardens are not difficult to make and can help you get more out of your kitchen waste and compost. This article will help get you started.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Pests In Vermicompost: What To Do For Vermicompost With Maggots
Opening your worm bin only to find it infested with maggots can be a harrowing experience, indeed. Don't fret, there are solutions to your larval problems inside this article. Click here for information on how to get rid of maggots in vermicompost.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Vermiculture Worm Death: Reasons For Worms Dying In Vermicompost
Are your worms not doing so well? If your vermicompost worms are dying or have died, don't give up - just reset your bed and try again. Read this article to learn common reasons for composting worms dying.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Worm Bin Escape: Preventing Worms From Escaping Vermicompost
Worm composting isn't difficult, but preventing worms from escaping from the bins often presents a challenge to people who are new to worm-farming. This article has tips and information to help when worms are trying to escape.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Using Organic Worm Castings: How To Harvest Worm Castings For Your Garden
Did you know that earthworms and their castings are beneficial? The following article will explain how to make worm castings and how they improve your soil?s overall health. Click here for more information.
By Nikki Tilley
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Vermicomposting Do's And Don'ts: Care And Feeding Of Worms
It's important to know what to feed worms, the vermicomposting dos and don'ts, and how to feed composting worms. For help with this and other tips on feeding worms, read the following article.
By Amy Grant
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Problems With Vermicomposting: How To Deal With Vermicompost Issues
Vermicomposting is the practice of using red worms to help break down food waste. Learn how to deal with vermicompost issues in this article to ensure success with your worm composting endeavor.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Worm Composting Bins - Learn How To Make Your Own Worm Bins
There are many types of worm bins for purchase, but you can also make your own worm bins. Read this article to learn more about using worm bins for vermicomposting and how to make your own.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Worms And Vermicomposting: Best Types Of Worms For Vermicomposting
Vermicomposting is a quick, efficient way to use earthworms for converting kitchen scraps into a rich compost to enhance your garden soil with a mega dose of nutrients and microbes.
By Jackie Carroll
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Kitchen Vermiculture: Learn About Under Sink Composting With Worms
Vermicomposting under sinks is convenient, environmentally sound and creates no mess. Learn more about kitchen composting with worms in this article and take advantage of this fun composting method.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Hot Climate Vermiculture: Caring For Worms In Hot Weather
High heat and worm bins normally make a bad combination, but you can still experiment with vermicomposting when it's hot outside as long as you make the right preparations. Read how here.
By Anne Baley
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Bad Vermiculture Odor: What to Do For Rotten Smelling Worm Bins
Smelly vermicompost is a very common problem for worm keepers and one that is easily remedied. Read this article to learn more about this problem and what can be done about it.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Cold Climate Vermiculture: Learn About The Care Of Worms In Winter
If you live in a northern climate, winter worm composting will take a little more effort. The following article will provide tips and information for taking care of your worms in winter so they will make it through the cold.
By Anne Baley