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What Do Worms Eat? | Worm Farming 101

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October 7, 2020 By Riley E. Carlson Leave a Comment

Vermicomposting or Homemade Worm Composting | What Do Worms Eat? | Worm Farming 101 | featured

"What do worms eat?" is the first question on every beginner worm farmer's mind. If you are looking to add worm farms in your homestead then here is everything you need to know about what worms eat. RELATED: Worm Farm Kit: Essential Supplies Every Beginner Should Have In this article: What to Feed Worms What Not to Feed Worms When to Feed Worms How to Feed …Continue Reading

4 Best Types of Compost Worms For Your Worm Farm

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July 23, 2020 By Riley E. Carlson Leave a Comment

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Thinking of what compost worms to buy for your homestead? To help you pick, we listed the four best types of worms. These are guaranteed to compost your food scraps fast and easy. Plus, these worms are very affordable and easy to grow. Check them out below. RELATED: How To Compost [INFOGRAPHIC] | Homesteading Composting Guide Different Types of Compost Worms 1. The Red …Continue Reading

How To Start Your Own Worm Composting Bin

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July 16, 2020 By Riley E. Carlson 1 Comment

worms and soil on hand | How To Start Your Own Worm Composting Bin | Featured

Creating your own worm composting bin is a great addition to your homestead. It is affordable, low-maintenance, and very easy to make. It can help you decompose your food scraps organically. Plus, it can also give you rich and nutritious soil that can help your plants grow faster. To get you moving, we prepared five easy steps for you. Check them out below. RELATED: …Continue Reading

How To Mulch A Tree: 5 Tips From The Pros

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July 8, 2020 By Riley E. Carlson Leave a Comment

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Do you find yourself spending hundreds of dollars for a professional to mulch around your tree? Worry no more! Here’s a complete list of tips on how to mulch a tree better than any gardener ever could! RELATED: Ultimate Tree Care Guide For Homesteading 5 Simple Tips on How to Mulch a Tree Like a Gardening Pro 1. Choose Good Mulch Material It’s no secret that the …Continue Reading

Is Hugelkultur Gardening Right For You?

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November 7, 2019 By Riley E. Carlson 1 Comment

Hugelkultur DIY

Ever heard of Hugelkultur? It's an Eastern European gardening solution that is self-fertilizing, good for the earth, and works for just about any kind of soil! Learn more below, and see if hugelkultur is right for you. …Continue Reading

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