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Summer Worm Composting: So Far, So Good

I've been enjoying the Worm Inn Mega this summer with no issues, and it's simply due to having ample cover material. The Worm Inn Mega is big enough for there to be plenty of cover material to begin with...you can really load it up to prevent flying pests and also keep the worms busy. I actually have a hard time filling it up because the worms are just mowing through the material- Capacity really makes the whole process a lot easier. I just realized that you might not have heard about this system... Have you seen the Worm Inn Mega yet?  Check out my dorky review below for more information... this is my top recommendation for those of you out there looking to compost at home but lack the outdoor…

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Do You Love Your Trash Can?

Wow, I started this thing over a year ago and I still haven't filled it up. While I usually add to my big cubic yard sized bin, the can's been getting attention too. How is this working?  Honestly, I was surprised this system would work this well due to its limited size. Then I remembered that it's basically the same capacity as a compost tumbler, without the tumbling function...which isn't needed. My major finding is that simply leaving the lid off and getting it soaked every few days is enough to keep this thing going smoothly. Dry piles are slow piles, and compost craves moisture- I found that the warmer months dried out my can quicker with the lid on...try it out- pests aren't an issue with this system. If…

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