Many studies prove that when compared to conventional



composts, vermicompost is less variable and much more

stable. Mixing vermicompost into the planting medium

essentially eliminated the need for additional fertilizer in

the production of tomato plugs as one example.

Studies show that earthworm castings increase height, stem

diameter, enhance root growth, increase dry weight, and

produce more flowers per plant than peat moss.

Redworm castings are the richest and purest humus matter in

the world. Humus is believed to aid in the prevention of

harmful plant pathogens, fungi, nematodes and bacteria.

One pound of worms can convert one pound of pig manure into

compost in 48 hours!

Worms consume three times their weight a week or more. Red

wrigglers are very active, reproduce quickly and consume

their own body weight of waste every 24 hours. Therefore ten

pounds of worms will eat ten pounds of waste in 24 hours!

Worm castings provide a rich source of a variety of

essential plant nutrients.

Microbial activity in worm castings is 10 to 20 times higher

than in the soil and organic matter that the worm ingests."

How to use worm castings:

When planting vegetable and annuals line the rows and holes

with about two inches of castings. About every eight weeks

side dress the plants with one-half cup of castings per

plant or one cup per foot of row.

For perennials work one-half cup of castings into the soil

in the spring, middle of summer, and early fall.

For pots and hanging baskets add one-half inch castings to

the top and water in. Then reapply every eight weeks.

Roses appreciate four cups of castings per plant.

If starting a new lawn add 15 pounds of casting per 100

square feet when sowing. Once established use seven pounds

per 100 square feet.