14 best worm composters

Product description

• The Worm Factory 360 has a standard 4-Tray size which is expandable up to 8 trays, giving it the largest volume of any home composter.
• The redesigned lid converts to a handy stand for trays while harvesting the compost.
• Includes Manual and a Warranty included after product registration.
• The accessory kit provides basic tools to make managing the Worm Factory 360 easier.
• Built in "worm tea" collector tray and spigot for easy draining.
• The Worm Factory 360 has a standard 4-Tray size which is expandable up to 8 trays, giving it the largest volume of any home composter.
• The redesigned lid converts to a handy stand for trays while harvesting the compost.

User questions & answers

Question:	Are the worms ordered separately
Answer:	Unfortunately we do not have any 1925 Studebaker models.
Question:	I have had my worm factory set up since Jan. and have yet to see anything collecting in the jar under the spigot. Do I need to unstop something or add some water? When can I expect to use the compost, as there doesn't seem to be much happening there
Answer:	About 4 or 5 inches
Question:	Do the worms produce more worms
Answer:	Exactly. When you pull it back, it winds up and takes off
Question:	How do you keep from getting fruit flies? Can you put no fruit at all in the box
Answer:	Thanks for reaching out! Yes, this item is unisex. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks! -Tee Luv

Product description

The VermiHut Plus worm compost bin converts the kitchen food waste from your kitchen into organic fertilizer for your garden. The VermiHut Plus is a step-up version of the internationally well-known VermiHut worm bin. It’s easy to use! Just fill a working tray with worm bedding, red worms and food scraps. As the worms finish composting, they will migrate upward into the tray above, leaving rich castings behind. In ideal condition, 2lbs or 1kg worms can consume 1lb or 0.5 kg of food scraps per day on average. A 5-tray worm bin can house 10 lbs or 5 kgs of worms. Therefore, it can help to reduce 5lbs or 2.5 kgs food scraps per day. The VermiHut Plus provides the perfect capacity for household food waste management. Features: 1.Smallest footprint for the highest composting efficiency, thanks to the stackable design; 2.Odorless. The compost worms slurp the bacteria before it smells. A component named “V-Board” and a piece of coconut mat are built in the air-vented lid. The improved lid design makes it possible to remove the already minimal odor. The VermiHut Plus can be used inside or outside the house. This is an unique design. Other brand names in the worm compost market don’t have this design. 3.Moisture Control. The improved lid design makes it possible for moisture control. The coconut fiber holds the moisture and keeps the environment moist. It maintains the bedding in a perfect moisture level and provides the worms a comfortable living environment. This is an unique design. Other brand names in the worm compost market don’t have this design. 4.Fruit Fly Control. Sometimes, the fruit fly eggs come with the fruit peels and may generate fruit fliers, especially in Summer. The improved lid design can minimize the fruit fliers. This is an unique design. Other brand names in the worm compost market don’t have this design. 5.A component named “worm-saving tray” or “M-Board” is built in the system. This component can prevent worms and compos

• Advanced version of worm compost bin, it comes with standard 5 trays, additional trays can be added.
• A new component named M-board to increase air-flow for better compost efficiency and save worms
• A new component named V-board and a piece of coconut fiber are built in the air-vented lid odor removal, moisture control and fruit fly control
• A set of ant-trap is included to prevent ants invading to the worm bin, base and liquid tray form into one piece to eliminate part assembling
• The Starter kit and Manual are included.

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you use nightcrawlers instead of red wigglers
Answer:	Hello! XL should be available within the next week. If you have any further questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us! Thanks!
Question:	How many red worms do you need to order for this product
Answer:	It’s very soft and flexible! Not sure about the Smokie forest fire hoodie comparison.
Question:	What’s the difference between the “plus” version and the older version? Do I have to use all five trays at once
Answer:	50% cotton, 50% polyester
Question:	What are the dimensions of the worm farm
Answer:	This listing is for the item in blue color. Unfortunately it is not available in silver.

Product description

The Worm Factory 360 uses worms to recycle kitchen scraps, paper waste, and cardboard into nutrient-rich compost, and is more efficient than a traditional backyard compost pile. Worm compost has been shown to have ten times the nutrients of traditionally produced compost.



The Worm Factory 360 is simple to set up and operate. It takes less than 15 minutes a week! To get started, add a handful of worms and your compostable waste to the bottom tray. The worms will start processing the food. Once the bottom tray is filled add another tray. The worms migrate upward to the newest food source leaving the bottom tray full of nutrient-rich compost. You can do this year-round inside or out, and harvest compost up to once a month! The finished compost can be used in your garden, your raised beds, or on houseplants.



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This kit includes a bonus "What Can Red Wigglers Eat?" infographic magnet that you can stick on your refrigerator for a handy reference. Imagine this:



You just finished your breakfast and you look at your plate, puzzled. Is it okay to feed scraps from your omelette to your worms? You don't remember.



You want to feed your worms a healthy diet, but you don't have time to go check if an omelette would suffice. You have to get to work, after all!



This is where the "What Can Red Wigglers Eat?" Infographic Refrigerator Magnet comes in to save the day! It is a fast and easy way to learn that your worms would love the veggies from your omelette, but eggs are a no-go in a worm bin.



This 6" x 9" magnet splits common food items into 3 categories: perfect worm foods, foods to feed in moderation, and foods to avoid feeding altogether.



This magnet helps to make worm composting feel like second nature. Imagine the peace of mind you will feel knowing that your worms are always eating a healthy diet. You will never be confused about feeding your worms again, and you can rest assured that your worms will thrive!

• The Worm Factory 360 has a standard 4-Tray size which is expandable up to 8 trays, giving it the largest volume of any home composter.
• The redesigned lid converts to a handy stand for trays while harvesting the compost.
• Includes digital instructional manual with step-by-step guide for managing your Worm Factory 360.
• Bonus "What Can Red Wigglers Eat?" infographic refrigerator magnet (6" by 9") allows you to quickly determine which foods are perfect for your worms, and which you should avoid. Imagine the peace of mind you will feel knowing that your worms are always eating a healthy diet!
• Built in "worm tea" collector tray and spigot for easy draining.

User questions & answers

Question:	I live in san jose, ca and wonder if i could locate the worm factory outside? thank you in advance for answer
Answer:	The answer about using an inch of shreded paper sounds good. Fly problems can start easily if the veg/fruit waste is exposed. Most people don't use enough bedding. I have found that covering everything with a layer of compost works great and could have some food value for the worms. I have a longer review dated 1/1/2013 that has some more info.
Question:	The pic shows some other items besides the bin, what are they? Is it bedding? What do I need to prepare the bin
Answer:	Red Wigglers are called compost worms. They feed on scraps buried in soil. Scraps buried prevent things like fruit flys. They also re-produce faster than nightcrawlers. Night Crawlers are top feeders. I would stick to using Night Crawlers for fish bait.
Question:	Does it come with worms? And it boasts expandable to 8 trays, are those 4 extra something I have to buy separate? Thanks guys
Answer:	To begin with, we suggest starting with 1000 pcs or 1 lbs of red worms. Please feel free to let us know if you have more questions. Thanks.
Question:	I have seen this asked in other ways but never answered clearly: what is the capacity of a tray? I’m asking for volume. Gallons/liters
Answer:	The VermiHut Plus version is a new model. It was designed to have many new features which helps to have successful worm composting. See the new features below. You don't need to use all the five trays at once. VermiHut Plus Major Improvements and New Features: 1. The shape is square but with large round corners. Therefore, it is more durable than the classic VermiHut; 2. The base is one piece including the liquid collection tray while the classic VermiHut base is composed of three pieces: a piece of pedestal base tray, a holding tray and a liquid collection tray. The VermiHut Plus does not require bolts/nuts assembling; 3. There is a recess on the spigot hole for placing the spigot rubber piece to prevent incorrect spigot installation, which eliminates leakage; 4. A cup is provided for worm tea collection; 5. A set of Ant-Trappers is included to prevent ants invading the system; 6. A piece of worm-saving tray or M-Board is included to prevent worms and bedding debris dropping to the liquid. Worms could climb back to the working tray from the worm-saving tray; 7. The working tray is designed shorter and wider than the classic VermiHut working tray to maintain the same volume. The benefits of the shorter/wider design are to provide less pressure to the worm bedding and more air-flow area. 8. The working tray is designed to be able to nest more during shipping to save shipping cost. 9. The air-vented lid comes with two pieces of additional parts: a piece of clear plastic called “V-Board” and a piece of coconut fiber mat. Users can use the clear V-Board alone for various scenarios described in the manual. The coconut fiber mat can minimize the fruit fliers and absorb the already trace odor.

Product description

This amazing worm farm transforms the organic waste from your kitchen into organic fertilizer for your garden. It's easy to use! Just fill a working tray with well-prepared bedding, compost worms and food scraps. As the worms finish composting, they will migrate upward into the tray above, leaving rich castings behind. This bin features a compact and small size so it will not take up much room in your home and provides the perfect capacity for household waste management. Worms start at the bottom and migrate upwards as they go, leaving behind tray after tray of rich compost. A reservoir at the bottom captures "worm tea" — an ideal, odor-free liquid fertilizer. The kit includes all the accessories you need to get started. The bin comes with 4 pieces of working trays, a rack, and 1 pc of Spigot; worms not included!

• AIR VENTILATION & MINIMIZE ODER-Odorless making this worm farm a great solution for small space.
• AFFORDABLE & PORTABLE-Has a sleek design excellent for indoor & outdoor use year-round production.
• HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT-Let worms transform your kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich organic fertilizer.
• FULLY FUNCTIONAL-Worms migrate upwards as they go, leaving behind rich compost and worm tea
• INCLUDES - 4 pieces of working trays, a rack, and 1 pc of Spigot

User questions & answers

Question:	Can I put 5 lb of European nightcrawlers in it
Answer:	Uncle Jim’s Worm Farm; https://unclejimswormfarm.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_NPH99nT5AIVVeDICh029QueEAAYASAAEgJFHfD_BwE They have the best service & healthy worms, by far!
Question:	Where does one purchase worms
Answer:	Yes, you touch them when you take them out to use the compost they have made.
Question:	With this design, do you ever have to touch the worms
Answer:	It is great if you are limited on space, don't have that much to compost or only need some worm tea or a cup of compost at a time. It works great for me. The description gives the dimensions so low ratings due to size are on the buyer not the seller.
Question:	All the low stars are about the size. But how has it been for those that use it? Recommend
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Product description

Designed & produced in Australia from mostly recycled materials, this stylish yet customizable Worm farm fits seamlessly into any area around your home. Unlike other bulky Worm Farms the Maze farm will not only take up a small space even if using multiples (vertical shelving available) but will look good on your balcony, deck or garden. Featuring 2 working trays which can be rotated avoiding the need for more trays. The stacking trays & the base utilize optimal aeration. The open drain in the base ensures Worm tea is not building up & lets air flow from the bottom of the farm. The Worm Saver tray stops the Worms falling through to the bottom & is easily pulled out to scrape the Worm castings & make sure it stays clean to ensure good liquid & air flow. A 2L flat collection tray sits under the Worm farm to ensure the rich Worm tea is collected as it drains.

• Made In United States
• Package Length :9.0"
• Package Width :0.1"
• Package Height :12.75"

User questions & answers

Question:	Where are the air holes, and is the whole unit insect proof? (I keep my worms in the kitchen and sometimes small flies are attracted inside
Answer:	Depends on what kind of worm. Red wiggle, I would say 500, night crawlers 250.
Question:	How many worms can live in this bin
Answer:	Hi Margaret, The Urban Worm Bag is manufactured in China and imported to the US. But never fear, I worked very closely with the engineers over there and they actually ensured that I ended up with an even higher quality product than I anticipated. Thanks for the question!
Question:	How do you collect the worm tea without spilling liquid all over the place
Answer:	I live in Sacramento CA our Summers are 100+ with about 1-2 weeks out of the summer hitting 110-115. My Worm bag performed great throughout the summer. I suspect it is due to the size of the bag, and the temperature is cooler towards the center of the bag contents(My bag is nearly full). I believe you may have problems if your bag is mostly empty, or you're just starting, as there isn't as much of a temperature gradient for the worms to escape the heat. To combat this on the super hot days, Put a couple of 2-liter bottles of water in the freezer and put them on top of the castings on the hottest part of the day. But if you have a large quantity of castings already, you should be fine as the worms will migrate to cooler sections of the bag.
Question:	Does it come with a starting kit, or is it just the bin
Answer:	I have been vermicomposting for over ten years and I (for some reason unknown to me) love it. Worms eat my garbage. I think you might pull that off and here is how. Start by putting a layer of paper in the bottom, used coffee filters, shredded toilet paper tubes, or shred the box it comes in. This is how I will start mine. Then if you want to, cover that with vermicompost that I guesse you will purchase. Generally that will cost you about $1.00-$3.00 a pound not including shipping. There is no such thing as 100% pure vermicompost, I still can't tell the difference between a coffee ground and a worm turd. Next, add some kitchen scraps enough to cover the middle of the bag. Add some more of the VC to cover that and let that sit for a week. Pour water over that and have a pan or bucket underneath at all times. Add a pound of red wigglers, thet cost about $35.00 a pound including shipping and only buy from a vendor that offers a live delivery guarantee. Cover that with loose shredded bedding, like the rest of the box it came in. Contact the seller about joining the facebook group and have fun. I have been enjoying this hobby for a while and there is a learning curve. I have had a lot of fun and have made several friends world wide. Yours Truly, Mark from Kansas

Product description

The Worm Factory Basic is an American made basic worm farm. You will receive the collection stand, worm ladder, 3 stacking trays, Shredded paper with cardboard ,brick of Coir, Plastic scraper, printed instruction on the lid. Worms are to be purchased separately, five year limited Warranty for manufacturing defects on plastic parts. Video link for easy assembly - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygy8p8kKHOk

• Fully assembled, ready to go
• Purchase worms from naturesfootprint.com
• 3 stacking trays, collection base with spigot, worm ladder and Lid, but there is more…shredded paper, coir brick, yellow scrapper, printed instruction on the lid, access to our online book, Complete Guide to Vermicomposting

User questions & answers

Question:	I have bought three of these and the legs have broken on them . i only need the bo piece cause i have more than plenty trays. can i get the bottom
Answer:	Had mine in my covered breezeway earlier this year when it was warm & had no problems with critters getting into it. Put a large brick on the top to be sure. Of course, where I live is fairly urban with mostly just squirrels & opossums running around. If you want to have it outside & are worried about critters getting into it, I would suggest using straps or bungee cords to secure the lid down. That should keep them out unless they take a mind to gnaw through them.
Question:	Are extra trays available
Answer:	It depends on the species of worms. In particular African nightcrawlers are highly recommended for warmer climates, they thrive in temperatures ranging from 70f-90f. I would suggest nothing hotter than 90F. Also, take in consideration that having your worm factory outside makes it susceptible to predators and critters. It is very easy to get into, I had a problem with squirrels. Hope that helps, best of luck to you!
Question:	What is the recommended quantity of worms one should purchase to go in this particular composter
Answer:	They include everything you need for bedding, but in my experience, extra soil from your yard/somewhere outdoors (containing helpful microbes), and extra newspapers were essential. Also, getting a spray bottle filled with water is great to have to keep the bedding moist. Good luck!
Question:	What are the dimensions of each tray
Answer:	No worms and comes with 4 trays, the additional trays need to purchased seperately.

Product description

The 5-tray VermiHut transforms the organic waste from your kitchen into organic fertilizer for your garden. It’s easy to use! Just fill a working tray with well prepared bedding, compost worms and food scraps. As the worms finish composting, they will migrate upward into the tray above, leaving rich castings behind. In ideal condition, 2lbs or 1kg worms can consume 1lb or 0.5 kg of food scraps per day on average. A 5-tray worm bin can house 10 lbs or 5 kgs of worms. Therefore, it can help to reduce 5lbs or 2.5 kgs food scraps per day. The VermiHut provides the perfect capacity for household waste management. Features: 1. Smallest footprint for the highest composting efficiency, thanks to the stackable design; 2. Odorless. The compost worms slurp the bacteria before it smells. The VermiHut can be used inside or outside; 3. Great air circulation. Special design to allow air flow through the system and provide sufficient oxygen to the worms; 4. Moisture control. Special design for the dome-shaped lid with air-vent makes it possible for moisture control. It maintains the bedding in a perfect moisture level and provides the worms a comfortable living environment. VermiHut is the best in bedding moisture control among the worm composter in the market. 5. Easy maintenance and minimum attendance. 6. Recycle material is used for food recycle. 7. The free worm-saver tray can prevent worms from dropping to the liquid tray. This tray is newly added part without increasing the price.

• Better air-flow control, high compost efficiency, small foot-print, worm tea collection

User questions & answers

Question:	Is each tray 16.5 x 16.5 X 12.5 inches
Answer:	I put gallon and 1/2 of dirt and full it with food to the second tray. And second tray takes about 2 gallons of food if not more . My worms eat alot.
Question:	What is the height and width of the complete five-tray hut all put together
Answer:	Hi Ruby,You are not getting compost soil you are getting highly concentrated worm castings every 2-4 months in addition to the worm liquid. You just need to sprinkle a small amount of castings around your plants and veg it is so nutrient rich.Cheers
Question:	Anyone live in the pacific northwest keep this worm farm outdoors? do the red wrigglers survive? thanks
Answer:	Hi Carmen, Using existing compost and or a working worm farm to start a hungry bin is the best thing. This is because the bedding already has all the ecosystem established already, and the worm population will include adults, juveniles, cocoons so will establish a working population much faster. I suggest that you fill the bin 2/3rds to 3/4s full with a bedding like compost or potting mix, moisten it, and then add the worm population or compost you have until the bin is full. Over the first week, the material you have started the bin with will compact, and the worms you started the bin will move upwards toward the surface. The worms you have in your compost will be absolutely fine to start the hungry bin with, and will co-exist with any of the other worms in the bin. Adding red wigglers to the bin to boost the population will be no problem at all, all the different species of worm in the bin seem to all get along ok. The only thing to watch for is large numbers of pot worms (Enchytraeidae) which can signify the bin is getting a little acidic or rich if you see them in large numbers. The instructions that come with the bin are very comprehensive, and cover all these questions. You can also contact Greentools if you have any questions, they are very professional and great at helping customers that have questions. I hope this helps, Ben.
Question:	How is the compost separated from the worms? This has always been a problem for me because I always seem to have lots of worms left in the compost
Answer:	Hello, I have had my Hungry bin for approximately 3 years and when you remove the bottom tray, the contents of the bin do not all fall out. The design features of the bin ensures this does not happen. When I empty the castings, ususally every 3 months, I place a tray or bucket under there just in case I need to catch any small bits of compost and/or liquid fertiliser that comes away. Hope that helps, you can always contact the company directly, if you have any more technical questions!

Product description

This is a American made basic worm farm. You will receive the collection base, worm ladder, 4 stacking trays and lid. Other items such as bedding and worms are to be purchased separately.

• Bedding can be made from moistened dried leaves, shredded paper (from your office), cardboard or similar.
• Worms can be purchased online, here are a couple of website options: findworms.com or dortworms.com
• 4 stacking trays, collection base with spigot, worm ladder and lid
• Made in Oregon

User questions & answers

Question:	can this also be used to raise worms for fishing
Answer:	I'm afraid not, JO! The Urban Worm Bag should really be kept indoors if at all possible and certainly protected from direct sunlight and rain if you have to keep it outside. As the Bag is fabric, I believe it would be too vulnerable to critters, especially bigger ones.
Question:	What's a worm ladder
Answer:	All Worm Factories have a 5 year warranty on manufacturing defects. Since we just launched the Basic this year, you a definitely covered. Please reach out to us about a replacement. We also have replacement parts for sale at naturesfootprint.com
Question:	How many worms will this hold
Answer:	The kit I purchased has 3 trays. Which seems plenty for my needs. You may be able to purchase more from the manufacturer or maybe from other sites that specialize in worm farms.
Question:	Is the plastic food grade or bpa free
Answer:	We typically recommend starting with 1 lb (approx 1000 worms) but a system can easily be started with 1/2 or even 1/4 lb, it just takes longer for the colony to establish and you have to be careful not to overfeed initially. There is currently a national shortage of worms due to many factors, including large farms shutting down and increased demand, but we are still able to source them. Check out naturesfootprint.com or look for our listing here on Amazon

• Easily turn your organic waste into fertile worm castings for your plants and garden with no odor.
• Feed through top and collect castings from bottom. No separating worms from trays. It's that simple.
• Breathable 900D oxford fabric construction. Keep bottom zipper open or closed to control moisture.
• Worms stay happy and reproducing with continuous flow design. No need to disturb them during harvest.
• Assemble and begin using in less than 5 minute without tools, glue, or confusing instructions.

User questions & answers

Question:	where is this manufactured
Answer:	When the worms are finished compostiing one tray, add a tray on top of that with fresh bedding and food. Wait a few weeks and the worms should all move up. Wait an additional couple months if you want to allow the cocoons to all hatch and the baby worms to move up also. This is why the buns are designed with multiple trays. The worms will naturally follow the food up. Red wigglers are surface feeders and wont dive deep for food.
Question:	Question for the seller- would the worms do ok in a non-air-conditioned Florida garage? It gets very hot. Thanks
Answer:	Do you eat a lot of fresh fruits & vegetables daily and have lots of trimmings for the worms ? And / Or size of your family ?
Question:	Will worm castings sold in a bag work for "starting with vermicomopost"? How much does starting with vermicompost speed up the process
Answer:	Yes you can. The soil will help to add some grit & microbiology to the bedding. And once the roots begin to break down, they will serve as food for the worms.
Question:	Rat, raccoon and coyote-proof
Answer:	I would try looking in the plumbing section of your local hardware store to see if they may carry a metal or plastic spigot with a diameter the same size as the one you need to replace. Thinking they will have something similar since it is probably a standard size part. It just needs to be the same size as the hole drilled into the water collection section of the bin with a matching rubber washer and nut.

Product features

The Urban Worm Bag Version 2

Welcome to the new gold standard in home vermicomposting. The Urban Worm Bag Version 2 turns your household waste into worm castings, a microbe-rich organic soil amendment used in gardening and indoor growing.

What is Continuous Flow?

Composting worms tend to stay in the top 6-8 inches of their habitat.

So as you add layers of fresh household waste like food scraps, the worms will move higher, leaving their castings below.

So after 4-6 months, you can harvest worm-free castings without disturbing the ecosystem of worms and microbes that are hard at work at the top of the Urban Worm Bag.

Is Worm Composting Easy?

Yes! If you keep the temperature between 55-95°F, keep moisture to a level where the Urban Worm Bag is not producing leachate, and keep good levels of carbon-rich bedding like paper waste, you are likely to have a thriving worm bin.

Lots of people overthink it. But your bin will benefit by being fed and otherwise left alone!

This Is Not Ikea Furniture!

Your Urban Worm Bag will be assembled in less than 5 minutes.

• Build the base
• Insert the vertical supports
• Insert the supports into the Urban Worm Bag
• Press it all together

You're done.

Learn What to Feed!

Worms will generally eat any non-meat, non-dairy organic waste. But it's helpful to know what foods they love, what foods they don't and what foods you should only add small amounts of.

Keep Your Bedding Levels High

Worms love food waste, but they also need high amounts of carbon-rich waste like shredded paper and cardboard which are abundant in most homes! Lots of bedding will ensure:

• good moisture control
• controlled, good smelling decomposition
• a neutral pH

Keep It On a Level Surface

The Urban Worm Bag has new, reinforced connectors but it's important that the frame rests on a flat, level surface.

So. Many. Benefits.

Worm castings are 15x more valuable than compost, thanks to increased plants growth and yield, less water use, protection against pests and pathogens, faster germination, and huge biodiversity inside the bin.

Worm castings require no curing and can be used on your plants immediately.

Raise Them Right!

Our youth can lead the way to a sustainable future. And a home worm farm can excite your kids about worm composting and they'll be thrilled to see last night's dinner waste get eaten by their worms.

It's like having pets that do work for you!

Complete the Cycle

Even in urban environments, you can complete the Soil Food Web cycle. Recycle the food scraps generated by food preparation and turn that waste into food for your soil.

Product description

Uncle Jim's Worm Farm has been specializing in the "Redworm" for over 40 years. The redworm is a true Composting Champion. Why use chemicals to try to enhance your gardening efforts? Let the redworm supply you with the best enriched soil that nature can supply. Simply place your Uncle Jim's Worm Farm supplied redworms into your compost pile and let them munch away! No Chemicals! 100% Natural! Bigger - Better - Tastier - Healthier Fruits and Veggies! Restricted state: Hawaii All orders ship to arrive within 2 days of purchase!*- business days

• Guaranteed Live - All orders ship to arrive within 2 days of purchase! *
• Speedy Composters
• Worm Compost Improves soils physical structure
• Worm Compost Improves germantion, plant growth, and crop yeild while improving root structure
• Makes a delicious bite sized hi-protein treat for any aquarium fish or reptile

User questions & answers

Question:	Can these be used in a composted in the winter/snow
Answer:	They will be alive ad wiggling.
Question:	Mine were shipped today, friday, and won't arrive until wednesday. will they still be alive after that long? i'm worried i should've waited for monday
Answer:	Advertising for red worms dude said they were as big as your forearm need pictures or people are just going to think your stoned I do
Question:	How big are the worms
Answer:	There is no least. Put 100 and feed them well and talk to them and in no time you will have thousands. Maybe.
Question:	What’s the least amount of worms needed for a 50gal water drum (laying horizontal) that’s 50% full of compost
Answer:	I'm not sure how they would fare in a farm like this. Red wigglers are the best composting worms, and will move through the layers easily. I don't know if the nightcrawlers can fit through the small holes.

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User questions & answers

Question:	Does it need to sit in sunlight
Answer:	It should sit in the sun. The heat from the sun helps break down the compost.
Question:	Does this have drainage
Answer:	It doesn't have true "drainage," but it is not air tight. When I add water from time to time, it does leak a bit.
Question:	would bears be able to get into this
Answer:	I would say yes. It's sturdy enough to handle the compost, but a decent sized bear would probably be able to break it apart.
Question:	How do you dump the compost out of the bin
Answer:	open the sliding door, put a tub under it and rotate until it begins to dump out

Product description

Three aerated compartments enable kids to view the entire decomposition process clearly and make side-by-side comparisons between different materials. Included thermometers demonstrate temperature changes during decomposition process. Grades Pre-K+/Ages 4+. Includes 5.25"D x 13"W x 8"H clear plastic box with faux grass top and aeration holes, three clear-view compartments with magnification spots, and thermometers. Teaches decomposition, composting, life cycles, and environmental education. Teacher’s guide with usage ideas, timelines, and science fair applications.

From the Manufacturer

Three aerated compartments enable kids to view the entire decomposition process clearly and make side-by-side comparisons between different materials. Included thermometers demonstrate temperature changes during decomposition process. Grades Pre-K+/Ages 4+. Includes 5.25"D x 13"W x 8"H clear plastic box with faux grass top and aeration holes, three clear-view compartments with magnification spots and thermometers. Teaches decomposition, composting, life cycles and environmental education. Teacher’s guide with usage ideas, time lines and science fair applications.

• LEARN ABOUT DECOMPOSTION: Kids can easily view the entire decomposition process with 3 clear, separate, aerated compartments
• TEST & OBSERVE: Make side-by-side comparisons between different materials in each of the compartments. Container includes an aerated lid will control bad smells
• TRACK TEMPERATURE CHANGES: Use the included thermometers to shows temperature changes during the decomposition process
• INCLUDES: 5.25"D x 13"W x 8"H clear plastic box with lid; 3 clear-view, aerated compartments with magnification spots; 3 thermometers; and product guide with facts and science project ideas
• BACK TO SCHOOL or HOME ACTIVITY: Perfect for home or classroom to teach about decomposition, composting, life cycles, and environmental science. Great way to keep kids engaged, entertained, and learning independently while being at home

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it smell
Answer:	Good question! Thumbs up to you.
Question:	What if you covered the whole thing up. And only peeped in to see daily. Would the worms be good then
Answer:	There are no eggs or soil. This product is used to demo composting and how fast items biodegrade. Each compartment has a thermometer to check the heat produced in the decomposition process. We use this in an elementary school garden club and place various items in the compartments and observe them. We added our own garden soil.
Question:	Does this come with the worms (or worm "eggs") and the bedding material (e.g. soil
Answer:	Red Wigglers are the worms most commonly used to compost, and the red wigglers hate light, so they would not be the most efficent in this container. Yet I am a huge fan of this product and would throughly encourage any parent to buy this for their child.
Question:	Is this to place worms in, and if so, what type
Answer:	Mine seem to be dying right now. I am hoping some will "hibernate" in the middle of my worm farm but I am not a worm specialist. In any case, I would not buy worms in the winter to add to a composter if you live in a region with snow/freezing temperatures. They will be fine up to 45-50F. Another solution is to bring your composter inside.

• Three large capacity rectangular working trays
• Unique side working tray ventilation
• Ventilated collector tray, with worm mound, tap and sump
• instructions engraved on underside of lid

User questions & answers

Question:	How many worms will this hold
Answer:	No
Question:	Are worms included with this
Answer:	Dimensions (L x W x H): 20 x 15.3 x 29.5 inches; Capacity: 20 gallons;
Question:	What are the assembled dimensions, especially width and depth (not height
Answer:	The tumbleweed blanket is sold separately. I tried purchasing one, but since this product is made in Australia, they don't have the worm blanket available here in the States. I tried looking at other companies for this item but had no luck. What I am doing is using a couple of moistened sheets of newsprint from my Sunday paper. I lay them over the top of the scraps like a blanket, and the worms are very happy. Eventually, they will eat through the newsprint. At that point, I just add a new sheet of newsprint. I use a spray bottle to keep everything moist.
Question:	Is The tumbleweed blanket sold separately, if not my worm farm is missing it.Please let me know
Answer:	No, it doesn't smell. Our science product manager just used this item recently with her children. They decomposed an apple, a lemon and a flour tortilla. They left it to rot inside the house for several months; there was no smell and there were no flies.

Product features

Worm Cafe

Worm Cafe

Tumbleweed’s Worm Cafe is the ultimate worm farm for indoor or outdoor use. With its sleek design and easy to use, no mess features, you’ll find your Worm Cafe is a classy way to recycle your organic waste into rich worm tea for the garden.

Using a worm farm is a great way to recycle your organic waste to keep it out of landfill. A worm farm will produce an ongoing supply of organic fertilizer in the form of worm castings (vermicast) and worm tea - both fantastic to use on your garden!

Large Capacity Working Trays

The Tumbleweed Worm Cafe includes three large capacity Working Trays for maximum recycling efficiency, enabling up to 12lbs of organic waste to be recycled every week.

Drip-Free Tap

Drip-free tap for easy and mess-free harvesting of liquid fertilizer.

Ant-Prevention Legs

The Tumbleweed Worm Cafe legs have built-in Ant-Prevention into the base of each leg - stopping ants from gaining entry into the Worm Farm.

Unique Ventilation

The Tumbleweed Worm Cafe has unique ventilation in the Working Trays, Collector Tray and Lid.

This enables good airflow through the worm farm, which is important for successful recycling.

Why recycle?

Did you know that almost half of all household waste is organic and recyclable?

Organic waste (food scraps and garden waste) in landfill breaks down and releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas. It can also contribute to landfill leachate which causes water pollution.

Start living sustainably and recycle your organic waste in a worm farm.

What to Recycle?

• Fruit and vegetable scraps and peelings
• Crushed eggshells
• Coffee grounds, tea bags, and tea leaves
• Bread crusts and grains
• Shredded newspaper, egg cartons, shredded cardboard, and non-glossy paper
• Dried leaves
• Small amounts of citrus, onion, and garlic
• Vacuum cleaner dust and hair clippings

What else will I need?

We recommend to start your Worm Cafe worm farm, to also purchase the following items (sold separately):

• Minimum of 1000 live Composting Worms
• Tumbleweed Rectangle Worm Blanket
• Tumbleweed Worm Farm & Compost Conditioner

The benefits of Worm Tea from you Worm Farm

Worm Tea is the liquid gold that is the liquid fertilizer that you harvest from your worm farm. It has a great number of benefits for your garden, contributing to the fertility, health and structure of your soils.

Using Worm Tea - Liquid Gold for your garden

Dilute your worm tea with water to the color of weak tea before using on your garden.

Why Recycle? The global impact of food waste.

Food waste in landfill has a high impact on the environment. You can make a difference by recycling organic waste in a worm farm.

Product description

The Worm Factory 360 is simple to set up and operate. Managing your Worm Factory 360 takes less than 15 minutes a week. Included with each Worm Factory 360 are a comprehensive instruction guide and DVD that make setup easy and give detailed tips on how to best manage your new Worm Factory 360 year-round. Start with just the bottom tray and bedding material included. Add 1lb of composting worms and start filling the tray with household waste. This makes it possible to harvest organic liquid fertilizer right from the spigot. Adding Food & Waste: Adding household waste to the Worm Factory 360 is easy; just open the lid and toss the food in. Fruits, vegetables, grains, paper, egg shells, leaves, coffee grounds and more can be added. Three foods to avoid are diary, meat, and citrus items; these can be harmful to the worms and are difficult to compost. Feed your worms about 50% food scraps and 50% fiber and paper. This creates the optimal environment for worms and finished compost. The goal is to recycle what you usually throw away. Don't worry about feeding your worms every day.Just feed them a bit extra before going on long vacations. In a healthy environment composting worms will maintain their population without over or under populating. Includes: 4 Trays, "Quick Tips" instructions on lid, Improved base and lid design for better air circulation, Instruction booklet, 4 chapter online video guide for beginners, Start-up worm bedding, Minerals, Accessory kit includes: thermometer, hand rake, and scraper, Built in leachate (liquid fertilizer) collector tray and spigot for easy draining. Save time and money by selecting the worm voucher option with your Worm Factory. You will recieve a card inside your Worm Factory for a pre-paid pound of red wiggler worms. Once you get your Worm Factory set up, just follow the instructions on the card to claim your worms online or by phone, and they will be rush delivered to your door!

• US made high quality post consumer recycled plastic. Houses thousands of worms that consume pounds of waste per week. Compact and expandable up to 7 trays. Color: Black
• Each tray has a grid bottom, so worms migrate upward as new food is added. As waste is broken down, moisture filters through the system, taking nutrient-rich particles with it
• The worms will process food waste into fine compost full of nutrients; when the first tray is full, simply stack another on top and harvest your Vermicompost from the worm free bottom tray
• Worms can eat about half their weight in food per day. If you start with 1 lb of worms, they can eat a half pound of food per day. Worms can survive up to two weeks without any additional food
• 5 year limited warranty. Odor free operation. Create compost year-round, indoors and out

User questions & answers

Question:	how many and what type of worms (weight, number) does this purchase come with
Answer:	I found instructions from the broken one and used it. They did not say how many worms the farm supported. Experts recommended 25-40 worms. It has been 10 days and I still have worm activity.
Question:	My worms always go to bottom tray, have to rotate the trays every few days , I thought they were supposed to seek freshest food and always go to highe
Answer:	No it does not smell, as long as you cover any food with soil. I use mine indoors,along with another bigger one.
Question:	Am I supposed to have zero space between trays ? My worms never go to higher trays
Answer:	You can use dirt or paper. I have a paper shredder and use the cuttings in the box along with dirt, leaves, food scraps etc.