Worm poop

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Most frequently asked questions about worm manure

Does worm manure stink?

Worm poop smells like fresh forest soil.

How much worm manure should I use?

Count on 1 to 10 liters of worm manure per m2 for a vegetable or flower bed,and 1 to 2 liters per m2 of worm manure for lawn. Depending on the quality of the soil.

For houseplants and potted plants, assume 1 to 2 tablespoons of worm manure every other week during the growing season. Or plant and sow in a mix of 20 percent worm manure 80 percent recycled potting soil.

What are the benefits of worm manure ?

Rose growers and weed growers have known it for some time: Worm poop makes for better germination, faster growth, higher yields and healthier plants. In addition, take the fact that you’re not flooding the soil and groundwater with minerals like when you use fertilizer. And that you are adding organic matter to the soil, which is good for soil life and water storage capacity.

How do I use worm manure ?

Worm poop that you buy ready-made can be sprinkled directly on the soil or added to your plants. Worm poop from your own worm composter can be quite wet but does not need to mature first like cow manure, for example. However, it may be helpful to let the wet worm poop dry first so you can scatter it more easily.

Making your own worm poop

You make worm poop in a worm composter. See what the best worm composter is for you here.

Also check out our other natural soil conditioners

Worm manure, volcanic ash and mealworm manure together form a strong mix for healthy plants and better soil. Worm manure is full of beneficial microorganisms, lava meal provides essential minerals and mealworm manure strengthens plants’ natural defenses. Together, they improve soil structure, nourish soil life and make for strong, resilient plants. You can read more about this on my blog!