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Which worm farm is best for me?
Do you want to start worm farming but just don’t know which one to get?
We understand that it can be a challenge to choose a worm farm to take home, especially when there are plenty of options to choose from. That's why we created a quick guide in understanding which would be best for you.
Before considering a worm farm, there are a couple things you need to keep in mind:
Time - How much time do you have?
Worm farming is an easy process, but it can also be time consuming. Luckily there are options perfect for you, whether you're time-poor or time-rich.
Waste - How much organic waste you need to recycle?
Each worm farm recycles an amount of organic food waste each week, depending on its capacity. So whether you are a small household with minimal food waste, or a large household with plenty, we got you
Space - How much space you have in your backyard?
There are worm farms for all sorts of environments. Wether you're an apartment dweller or an acreage owner, there is a worm farm perfect for your space.
There are three different ways you can worm farm.
On-ground:
For more experienced gardeners, who like to get their hands dirty. These worm farms have large capacity working trays, which allows you to recycle more organic waste.
Perfect for:
- Large families
- Keen and experienced gardeners
- Plenty of organic food waste
In-ground:
In-ground worm farms are designed to be embedded in the soil in your garden. It’s easy and low-maintenance – just install it in the ground and the worms will do all the work for you.
Perfect for:
- Beginner worm farmers
- Time-poor gardener, low maintenance
- Growing plants in a raised garden bed
Indoor:
If you’re worried about the amount of space, you have and whether it’s enough to cater for a worm farm, this is probably the better option for you. It’s easy to use and creates nutrient-rich worm tea for your indoor plants.
Perfect for:
- Beginners worm farmers
- Composting in small spaces
