Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Worm Bin Escape: Preventing Worms From Escaping Vermicompost

By Mary H. Dyer, Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Vermicompost (worm compost) is an interesting project, and if things go as planned, the finished product is a nutrient-rich, all-natural fertilizer that will do wonders for your vegetable garden, flowers or houseplants. 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. If only a few worms are trying to escape, it really isn’t a big deal, especially if your bin is brand new. However, if you’re seeing a worm bin escape of exodus proportions, it’s important to get a handle on the situation in a hurry. Preventing Worms from Escaping If your worms are trying to escape, the first order of business is to check for certain environmental problems that are common problems in worm bins. It’s possible that the worms aren’t comfortable in their new digs.

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