Item Number: BF971
How to Start a Worm Bin
Guide to Composting with Worms
Worm composting is an easy and sustainable way to recycle kitchen scraps into rich, nutrient-dense compost, and How to Start a Worm Bin by Henry Owen is an excellent guide for getting started. Whether you’re a beginner curious about vermiculture or a gardener ready to set up a productive worm composting system, this book provides the step-by-step information you need to succeed.
The author explains the basics of worm composting in clear, approachable language, covering how to choose the right bin, create proper bedding, and select the best worm species for composting. You’ll learn how to feed your worms the right balance of materials, maintain optimal conditions, and troubleshoot common challenges like odors, pests, or escaping worms. Practical advice is paired with a helpful FAQ section, making this a reliable reference as you establish and maintain your worm bin.
With 95 pages of detailed guidance, this softcover book is ideal for urban gardeners, homesteaders, or anyone looking to reduce household waste while improving soil health. It’s a practical, eco-friendly solution that turns food scraps into a valuable gardening resource.
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- Author: Henry Owen
- Format: Softcover, 95 pages
- Publisher: Self-Published
- Year: 2015
- Topics: Worm composting, bin setup, troubleshooting
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Shipping Weight: 0.4 lb
Dimensions: 9.0"L x 6.0"W x 0.25"H
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This is a simple and easy book, great for getting started in the worm bin game, whether for home use or commercial purposes. Includes directions on construction as well as product reviews of worm bins you can purchase.
Very useful book, yet simply explained and organized.
We stumbled into worm keeping when a handful of our garden worms became pets for my 10 year old. I picked this book up because it looked like an easy to read reference guide instead of a textbook (like other garden books have been). I have enjoyed being able to quickly reference relevant sections and my daughter has been enjoying some of the chapters that discuss ideas beyond just standard worm keeping. Thanks to this book, our worm population has grown surprisingly quickly and we have learned quite bit!