Organic Worm Casting Fertiliser

Worm castings contain a highly active biological mixture of bacteria, enzymes, remnants of plant matter and animal manures. Worm castings are rich in water-soluble plant nutrients and contain more than 50% more humus than what is normally found in topsoil. 

How many worm castings should I use in seed starting mix?

Studies suggest that no more than 20% worm castings by volume should be used in seed starting mixes. After a quicker germination, The seedling growth is also much faster in soil that has been amended with biologically-active vermi-compost.

Are worm castings good for the soil?

Worm castings have incredible benefits to plants and soil. The addition of worm castings – like the addition of other manures – gives the soil a boost of the organic matter that serves as a food source for bacteria, fungi, and other soil microbes.

What is the best way to apply worm castings?

The best way to apply worm castings depends on the stage of growth of the plant. Worm manure is an incredible addition to soil, but there are no tightly-defined application rates as you might find in conventional synthetic fertilizers.

Application:

• For trees,
• shrubs,
• herbaceous borders,
• bulbs,
• fruit trees,
• bushes and
• vegetables.

Use approx. 1 litre per m2 and mix with existing soil, for seedlings use no more than 20 percent of the size of your pot or tray and mix with a potting mix.