How To Make A Wormery

Wormeries are an excellent way to create rich, nutrient-dense compost for your garden. Not only do they recycle kitchen scraps and other organic waste, but they also create a habitat for beneficial worms that can help to improve soil health. In this blog post, we'll show you how to make a wormery, so you can start turning your organic waste into valuable compost for your garden.

1. Gather materials: The first step in making a wormery is to gather the materials you'll need. You'll need a container, such as a plastic storage bin or a wooden box. Make sure it has a tight-fitting lid to keep out pests and maintain moisture levels. You'll also need a drill or a hole punch, some mesh or screen, and a tray to catch any liquid that may drain out.
2. Add bedding: Once you have your container with holes, you'll need to add bedding for the worms. You can use shredded newspaper, cardboard, or coconut coir. The bedding should be moist but not waterlogged. Mix the bedding with some soil or well-rotted compost to provide the worms with the necessary microorganisms and minerals. Once you have your bedding prepared, add it to the container and make sure it covers the bottom of the container.
3. Add worms: The next step is to add your worms. You'll need to purchase tiger worms, as they are the best type of worm for this purpose. These worms can be found on our website. Once you have your worms, add them to the container, and make sure they are well distributed throughout the bedding.
4. Add organic waste: The final step is to add your organic waste to the wormery. You can add kitchen scraps such as fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, and eggshells. Avoid adding meat, dairy products, or oily foods as they can attract pests and create an unpleasant smell. Feed your worms small amounts of waste regularly, and make sure not to overfeed them.
5. Maintain your wormery: Once you have set up your wormery, you'll need to maintain it to ensure that the worms are healthy and that the compost is breaking down properly. Keep the bedding moist, but not waterlogged, and make sure the temperature remains between 12-25°C. Keep an eye out for any signs of pests or odours, which can indicate that the wormery is not being maintained properly.
6. Harvest your compost: After several weeks or months, depending on the size of the wormery and the amount of organic waste added, you will start to see compost forming. You can harvest this compost by removing the top layers of bedding and organic waste and adding it to your garden. The worms will migrate to the new food source, and you can add new bedding and organic waste to the container.

Wormeries are a great way to recycle organic waste and create nutrient-rich compost for your garden. They are easy to make and maintain, and they provide a habitat for beneficial worms that can help to improve soil health. By following these steps, you can make a wormery and start turning your organic waste into valuable compost for your garden. Happy gardening!