The north side of a structure (such as a house, shed, or garage) is preferred, because temperatures there don’t fluctuate as much. So, if you keep your bin outside, you’ll need to protect it from extreme temperatures. Worms thrive in temperatures between 55 and 77☏. A garage, basement, or carport is also a potential site Outdoors You can keep it in a pantry, utility room, or under the kitchen sink. IndoorsĪ well-tended worm bin is odorless.

The worm bin Where should I keep the worm bin?īefore you choose the type of bin you want to use, consider where you will place it. It provides up to 4 percent more nitrogen in the final compost than conventional “hot” compost and can be done inexpensively, in a small space, with little effort. It is a relatively slow process (it can take up to 6 months for finished worm compost), and it does not destroy weed seeds. Instead of heat, the vermicomposting process relies on micro- and macroorganisms, including worms. Vermicomposting materials (food scraps and bedding) are generally lower in the carbon-to-nitrogen ratio than “hot” compost. There is no noticeable heat generated by bacteria during the decomposition process. Vermicomposting is considered a “cold” composting process. If done correctly, it is a very fast process (about 6 to 8 weeks under optimum conditions). The carbon-to-nitrogen ratio of the composting materials, combined with a balance of moisture and air, are very important factors in producing the heat that promotes composting and kills weed seeds. What is the difference between conventional composting and vermicomposting?Ĭonventional or “hot” composting depends on the heat generated by a wide range of microorganisms, largely bacterial, that help convert organic waste to compost.

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