By J.D. Hendrick, Owner of RedWigglersFarm.com Red worms (Red Wigglers) turn organic material into worm castings (you might have also heard it called vermicompost). Plants thrive in this natural fertilizer. Soil Regeneration: We can all help the environment by … [Read more...]
Vermicomposting: How to Start Worm Farming
by Matt Gibson Worm composting, or vermicomposting, is a great way to recycle your kitchen trash while creating a microorganism-friendly and nutrient-rich soil for your garden that is almost completely made up of worm castings. Not only will you be making your garden more … [Read more...]
Where To Find Composting Worms
Worms aren't just for fishing bait anymore. The art of vermicomposting (using worms to produce compost) and vermiculture (raising and breeding worms) has reached new heights of popularity in recent times. Both environmentalists and gardeners (or anyone who is both) are finding … [Read more...]
Tips For Indoor Composting
Most people aren't aware that composting isn't just for outdoor gardeners with plenty of space to create a compost pile. Nor is it a nasty, stinky, messy process. Composting is easy and can be done indoors without fear of filling your home with a nasty garbage stench. There … [Read more...]
4 Fun Gardening Ideas for Kids
To get kids excited about gardening, let them help you with your gardening tasks. Pulling weeds, digging, and picking vegetables are great activities for kids. Be sure to make it fun and not a chore. Encourage them to look at the plants and flowers and ask questions. Following … [Read more...]