Worm Castings Directions for Use
Seed Starting
Combine 1 part Wormera Worm Castings with 4 parts peat moss-based mix or coco coir. Moisten well before planting.
Vegetables and Annual Flowers
Line the bottom of plant holes with 1-2 inches of Wormera Worm Castings before planting seedlings. Top dress during the growing season at a rate of 125 ml (1/2 cup) per plant or 250 ml (1 cup per linear foot of garden row every month.
Perennial Flowers
Work 125 ml (1/2 cup) Wormera Worm Castings into the soil above the root zone taking care not to damage shallow roots. Apply in spring, early summer and fall.
Potted Plants, Hanging Baskets and Window Boxes
New Plantings: For potting mix, use 1 part Wormera Worm Castings to 3 parts preferred growing media such as a peat moss-based mix or coco coir.
Established Plants: Add approximately 1 inch to containers. Mix in, taking care not to damage shallow roots. Water thoroughly and repeat every 2-3 months.
Roses, Trees, Shrubs and Berries
New Plantings: Fill the planting hole with a mixture of 1 part Wormera Worm Castings to 3 parts soil.
Established Plants: Use 2 litres per inch of tree trunk diameter. Spread evenly over the root area and water.
Lawns
New Plantings: Apply 20-30 litres (4-7 gallons) per 1000 sq. ft. Rake into topsoil. Add grass seed and water well.
Established Planting: Broadcast 15-20 litres (3-4 gallons) per 1000 sq. ft. as a top dressing. Add 2-3 times per year.
Combine 1 part Wormera Worm Castings with 4 parts peat moss-based mix or coco coir. Moisten well before planting.
Vegetables and Annual Flowers
Line the bottom of plant holes with 1-2 inches of Wormera Worm Castings before planting seedlings. Top dress during the growing season at a rate of 125 ml (1/2 cup) per plant or 250 ml (1 cup per linear foot of garden row every month.
Perennial Flowers
Work 125 ml (1/2 cup) Wormera Worm Castings into the soil above the root zone taking care not to damage shallow roots. Apply in spring, early summer and fall.
Potted Plants, Hanging Baskets and Window Boxes
New Plantings: For potting mix, use 1 part Wormera Worm Castings to 3 parts preferred growing media such as a peat moss-based mix or coco coir.
Established Plants: Add approximately 1 inch to containers. Mix in, taking care not to damage shallow roots. Water thoroughly and repeat every 2-3 months.
Roses, Trees, Shrubs and Berries
New Plantings: Fill the planting hole with a mixture of 1 part Wormera Worm Castings to 3 parts soil.
Established Plants: Use 2 litres per inch of tree trunk diameter. Spread evenly over the root area and water.
Lawns
New Plantings: Apply 20-30 litres (4-7 gallons) per 1000 sq. ft. Rake into topsoil. Add grass seed and water well.
Established Planting: Broadcast 15-20 litres (3-4 gallons) per 1000 sq. ft. as a top dressing. Add 2-3 times per year.