If you would like rich nutrient-filled soil for your garden, you may want to try worm composting in a bucket. Here are a few steps to help you get started with worm composting.
You will first need a food-safe five-gallon plastic bucket with a lid. Then poke tiny holes into the bottom of the bucket and into the lid. Next, place layers of leaf litter or lawn clippings and wet strips of newspaper into your bucket. Then simply place a few worms into your bucket. You can either dig up worms yourself, or you can purchase them online or in a local store that sells worms for fishing. If you have a choice of what kind of worm to purchase, red worms work best for container composting. The last step is to feed your worms a small amount of vegetable or fruit scraps.
There are a few things to keep in mind for the care of your worms. Remember to keep your buckets moist, just add a little water, and to feed your worms regularly. Also, do not feed your worms oils, meats, or dairy products. You will also want to keep your worm bucket in a warm, not hot, and dark area.
These few simple steps will get you on your way with worm composting. You will be surprised at how quickly your worms will turn the newspaper and food scraps into beautiful nutrient-filled soil.
