Our guide to Wormeries

There are many different types of wormeries available on the market, and they can be set up indoors or outdoors. You don’t need a lot of space and they are very easy to set up and maintain. The worms are safely secured inside, so there’s no need to worry about escapees or your wormery attracting vermin.

How does a wormery work?

The worms naturally break down your waste to produce a super rich compost and natural feriliser, otherwise known as worm tea. 

What can you compost? 

  • Any raw vegetables, except for onions, shallots, leeks and garlic. These are best added in small amounts or cooked first 

  • Any cooked vegetables 

  • All fruit, except citrus peel, which needs to be limited or preferably cooked before adding 

  • Tea bags, eggshells, coffee grounds and small amounts of bread 

  • Limited amounts of newspaper, shredded office paper and cardboard, but not glossy magazines 

  • Small amounts of garden waste such as annual weeds, leaves and other soft green material

Ellen’s Worm Adventures

Our lovely friend Ellen has been experimenting with a home wormery after several failed attempts. This time, she’s got expert guidance and our whole team at Enrich the Earth rooting for her! 6+ months in, and the worms are thriving.

WATCH: Ellen sets up a wormery in 7 easy steps

WATCH: Ellen refreshes her wormery as the worms start waking up for Spring

WATCH: why are we so obsessed with worms?