What is Worm Composting

(Vermicomposting)

Vermicompost is the product or process of composting utilizing various species of worms, usually Red Worms, (red wigglers), white worms, and earthworms to create a heterogeneous mixture of decomposing vegetable or food waste, bedding materials, and vermicast. Vermicast, similarly known as worm castings, worm humus or worm manure, is the end-product of the breakdown of organic matter by a species of earthworm.

Containing water-soluble nutrients, vermicompost is an excellent, nutrient-rich organic fertilizer and soil conditioner. The process of producing vermicompost is called vermicomposting.

Here are some of the Key Benefits of using earthworm castings (Vericompost)

Naturally Organic and Odor Free - Worm castings come straight from the earthworm with no alterations.  Nothing is added or changed.  The earthworm does it all.  There is no odor, so you can use it directly from the bag on indoor plants.

Will Not Burn – With worm castings, you never have to worry about over fertilizing.  Worm castings will not burn at any concentration.  You can even start seeds or root cuttings in pure worm castings.

Improves Soil Structure – Worm castings are cylindrically shaped pellets that resist compaction and keep the soil loose.  This allows roots the ability to grow fast and fibrous.  It also allows for excellent drainage so roots don’t become waterlogged.

Beneficial Bacteria and Microbes – Worm castings contain high concentrations of beneficial bacteria and microbes that are added by the earthworm in the digestive process.  These microscopic creatures help different elements of the soil work in conjunction with each other to create healthy, living soil that provides the best possible atmosphere for optimum growth.

High Availability of Nutrients – The digestive tract of the earthworm grinds and uniformly mixes the nutrients and trace elements found in the soil into simple forms, so plants need only minimal effort to obtain them yet also remain available in the soil for long term use.  This allows plants to feed as needed for weeks at a time. 

Trace Minerals - In addition to containing Nitrogen, our castings also contain small amounts of Phosphorus and Potassium and the trace minerals Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Sulfur, Boron, Copper, Zinc and Manganese.

Contain Plant growth hormones - Worm castings naturally contain Auxins and Cytokinins, which are growth hormones that promote bigger and more fibrous plant roots.               
                  

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