How to Keep Your Worms Happy & Healthy
When your worms arrive, they need a comfortable place to settle in. Whether storing them short-term or setting up a long-term home, here’s how to give them the best care possible.
- Short-Term Storage (Up to 1 Week)
If you’re only keeping your worms for a few days, follow these steps to keep them safe and healthy:
- Temperature:
Store the container in a cool spot—**around 10°C-15°C ** is ideal. - Lid Check:
Keep the lid tightly closed to maintain humidity and prevent escapees. - Air Exchange:
Every other day, crack the lid open for a moment to let in fresh air. - Room to Move:
Avoid overcrowding. Worms like to stretch out and explore their space.
- Long-Term Care Setup
For ongoing care, creating a dedicated home for your worms is best. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1. Choose a Proper Container
Pick a larger bin with a tight-fitting, ventilated lid. This keeps the moisture in while letting fresh air circulate.
- 2. Add Bedding
Fill the bin about halfway with moist bedding like:
- Torn newspaper
- Shredded cardboard
- Coco Coir
Avoid soil—it’s too heavy and compact for worms. It can also contain other small animals like mites, which are great composters too,, but you may not want them in your wormery
- 3. Maintain the Right Temperature
Keep your worm bin in a cool, shaded area (around 10°C – 15 °C) to keep them comfortable.
- 4. Keep It Moist
The bedding should feel like a wrung-out sponge—damp, but not soaking.
- 5. Provide Ventilation
Ensure your container has small holes or vents for proper airflow.
- 6. Feed Regularly
Your worms love food scraps! Feed them a mix of:
- Vegetable peels
- Fruit scraps
- Coffee grounds
To balance the mix, mix in about 20–30% brown matter, such as cardboard or wood chips. You can never have too much cardboard.
- 7. Watch for Signs of Trouble
Check on your worms regularly. Their environment may need adjusting if they seem sluggish or try to crawl out.
- Final Tip
Worms are low-maintenance composting champs, but they do rely on you to keep their habitat just right. Follow this guide, and you’ll have happy, hardworking worms in no time!
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