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@Flippin_Crazy

4 ай бұрын

Hey worm lady, where do you get your alfalfa pellets?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

4 ай бұрын

I get them at tractor supply and huge sacks

We are a lot alike!! I think you are a precious, beautiful soul!!! Beautiful lady inside and out!! I am so blessed to have your web sites to get wonderful information from!! If my husband and I are ever in your neck of the woods I’d love to get together and talk worms and family!! Love your videos!!!!

@TheGardenAndWormLady

11 ай бұрын

Aw!!! Thank you so much. That is so kind of you to say. I just do my best and be myself that’s all I can do.😄

What an amazingly encouraging video. Your tips will save me on the mistakes I just started making. Thanks so much!

@TheGardenAndWormLady

5 ай бұрын

Aw!! Thank you 😊

Yes ma’am I’m a fellow worm rancher and I too care about my wiggly little friends.

Thank you for sharing the information your worms looks so healthy and big

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome☺️

You have a great system and a very organized setup

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

Loved this!!!!

Just found your channel. Awesome, thank you. I’m just starting my worm farm; I usually just harvest a compost bin but I want to grow night crawlers specifically for fishing.

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Aw! Thank you, The best beginner worms are usually red wigglers but if you’re looking for fishing worms European Night crawlers are the ones to go with

@LM-wz9yw

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady what about canadian night crawlers?

Yes African Nightcrawlers are my favourites because of their size and activity. I feed the same way when I do dry feedings.

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Nicely when I started breeding European nightcrawlers I thought they would be more active. The red wigglers always impressed and African nightcrawlers

Your worms are GORGEOUS 😍 you've done a great job taking care of them !

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 I watched your urban worm bag latest video, wow! I don’t have one of those yet

@deewormsvermicomposting

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady in time I'm sure you'll come across one 😉

thank you ,this is very helpful

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

Nice job and Happy Thanksgiving 🪱

Nice video happy Thanksgiving

Excellent

Everything looks great 👍

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Grant😊

Awesome thank you for sharing your video, love it, when I decided to get some worms 🪱 I’ll contact you. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving

Night crawlers don't handle the Florida heat either.

Great video. You have an interesting approach that I haven't seen before. I am new to this obviously and have a question. Having already experienced a small dose of protein poisoning on a batch of worms that I received, found just a few on the top surface with this condition after about 3 days using a dry mix, what are the advantages to using your technique of clumping the mix serving wet? Any help is appreciated. Thanks for posting your videos. They are a big help.

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Serving the food wet helps them eat it faster for some reason plus they like it more. When you clump it you give them choices whether they want to be near it or not. It’s hard to come back from protein poisoning , usually worms die. At the first sign you need to get the worms out of there ASAP and to fresh new bedding and hope for the best.

Happy Thanksgiving. 😎

I love fat worms I cannot lie.😆

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

🤣

@michaelbessette8685

Жыл бұрын

T shirt idea?

Another great video thank you. where do you get all your gray bins from? is there a special place you order from and I noticed you don't have Tops on them the worms Don't Escape ?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. We get the larger gray bins from Sam’s Club and The smaller gray bins from websturant store.com They are an online store that sells restaurant supplies. The smaller ones are 20 x 15 x 5 and if you buy a certain amount we paid I think $3.10 each. Or something close to that. No my worms don’t escape. When worms are happy in their homes they won’t run because they won’t have a reason to. It took me years to figure that out😂 I do like to put newspaper on the surface with bubble plastic. Or I use worm blankets made of burlap which I sell on my website. Helps to keep moist inside

@sic-n-tiredtired4273

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady great thank you so much for the info and all the help.

love your vids. How long did it take for your ANC's to mature to such a large size? thanks for sharring

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

I would say it takes about nine weeks for them to hatch and then I bought another and maybe nine to reach maturity. They’re size all depends on their environment and how many you have in the container. If you have a lot in a container they’re not gonna grow very big

When I buy worms, I prefer getting smaller worms in the mix. When purchasing by the pound, you get more worms for the money. Now, if I was buying bait, it would be a different matter.

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Bait is better suited for Europeans even though I’ve seen people fish with red wigglers too and be successful

@koltoncrane3099

2 жыл бұрын

Ive seen though you still can buy bait sized worms by the pound. Some websites sell worms by the pound thats all sizes, and then they may offer bait size worms by the pound which maybe twice as much since theyve feed them a lot of other things maybe chicken mash or soy or something. I forgot the website but i think price of bait worms was twice as much. I think theyd take adult worms and put them in a different bin to just grow out even more.

Great video. I have been using this for 4 weeks now and have certainly noticed a difference in worm size. You mention not to feed to young worms, I'm curious why not and what you would recommend feeding a nursery? Thanks

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

I feed my young table scraps/ a little worm chow. The fattening recipe might be too high in protein but you know what? I’ve been giving some to my young also😆 and they are fine. Just a little amount and not daily. A worm farmer I know told me not to give it too the young but I was curious. Does make worms fat😆

Grinded egg shells and organic non GMO chick feed. I was telling my worm supplier about it. My worms are big.

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

I give mine chicken feed also. Another trick I know is to feed them cricket meal, only a little and not everyday. Makes them big

If I want to sell to bait shop how can I put them in the containers to not die? What the pros do?

Definitely looks like dry to moist, not moist to wet is the way to go.

Thank you for sharing. How many worms do you keep in each bin?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

About 1/4 pound

Great video. How long can this mix be stored?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

I keep it in a tub with a cover on it never last long here because I feed so many worms😂

@AB-sj3tl

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady Thank you. I hope you get a chance to explain the soured worm bin. Really enjoy your video and how you explain what your doing.

Do you rinse your hands between bins to keep from mixing species?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Always with hot water and soap

That’s awesome, thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge with us… I recently bought the magic worm ranch from sportsman’s warehouse and I put 4 cups of big red worms in it and I already have some cocoons in there. I’ve only had it for a couple weeks. I did over feed them once and had to take some of the food out. It started to smell bad and I had a couple worms die. But since I got all that extra food out it just smells like fresh dirt again now… I’ve gotta get some of those African night crawlers! I subscribed to your channel too… 😉

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

Aw!! Thank you ☺️ i’ve made my share of mistakes and 21 years. I’ve been doing this. I have overfed worms, I have kill worms I think I’ve done it all that’s how you learn.😂

@jimmywilson1388

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady I agree, I’ve already learned a lot just from your videos… I think I’m gonna use your methods since the magic worm ranch is similar…

Hello I’m just getting into work composting are large red worms the same thing as red wiggles or European worms? Thank you

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

I think the ones you’re asking about are Eisenia Hortensis which are European Nightcrawler’s I don’t know for sure, though without seeing them or the packaging

Thanks for the useful video. According to your experience, which is better: to put the red wiggler und European night crawler in the same bin, or to separate them? In which case can we produce more worms and better Vermicompost? Thanks in advance

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

I keep mine separate but I know people that keep them together on the worms do great. Red wigglers by far out breed the European nightcrawler In my own experience. The casting quality depends on a lot of things such as what you feed them and the sifting process

@HH-zb8yx

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady Thank you, I mean is there any negative results for such kind of mixing?

@warrenhoward

2 жыл бұрын

If you have a deep bin it is good to have them together as the crawlers will process the food and bedding down towards the bottom of the bin while the reds will process the stuff near the top of the bin. It's a win/win situation.

fishermen/women are used to big worms, the red worm need reading glasses to get it hooked and four of them. Canadian nightcrawlers?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Yes red wigglers are little guys, I’ve known people who fish with red wigglers in lakes on Little hooks. Canadian night crawlers are awesome. They need refrigeration and I can’t store them

please use a mic on you there is times you are ard to hear thank you

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

I tried that it was a disaster🤣 what I’ve done since that video is, I’ve learned to turn the volume up on my recording

Once fattened up, do those worms eat more and produce more castings

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

Yes the appetite increases

Are you getting ANC to be larger than Canadian nightcrawlers?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully, that’s always the goal, Feeding them chicken crumbles mashed up with water gets them real fat

Are you keeping the worms separated by breed because you are selling them by breed or will they eat each other? 🤔 If we buy them because some eat more paper but others eat the scraps faster can we have them together in the same bin?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

11 ай бұрын

I keep breeds separate in separate containers. When I sell a mixed I pre-mix them right before shipping if I sell a mix

what are the best worms for a tropical climate?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

African nightcrawler, they cannot tolerate the cold. They like it warm

Do your worms crawl away...I had mine outside..they were European night crawlers..on the ground...now they are gone...😪😪😪😔

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

My worms are indoors in bins and my worm towers. Rarely do they do that. It happened to me one time when I first got them and someone in my house accidentally turn the light out. Where did you have them outdoors? In a bin or in the ground?

Hello can I use ground English walnut shells for grit? Just wondering

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

I’m 🤔 not sure

@leedonaldson693

Жыл бұрын

Ok thank you!

Ps...maybe just try Lucerne Meal..new sub..😀🇦🇺

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

😄 i’d have to check if my local farm store has it. I bet they do because I live in a farming community and there are a lot of horses. Thank you for subscribing I appreciate it🤩

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

YAY!!! They have it here not bad in price either

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

I just thought your channel, I love watching videos from Australia you should make more videos

Hi. I’m interested in raising bait worms for grandkids fishing. However. I leave for the winter months. Do worms hibernate in the winter. If so. How do I keep them alive for 4-5 months On their own?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

Yes, you can leave European nightcrawlers and pure red wigglers. If your red wigglers are mixed with blue worms, the blue worms died through the winter and their cocoons turned to mush. That’s why it is important to have pure stock. You can layer food scraps or Manure and loads of straw and hay, and I believe they will be OK. They also go deep into the Earth and come back in the spring.

@suechandler2393

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady Thanks. I’m going to start working on a batch of worms. Do worms travel well or do I have to source them from close to Montana where I live. ?

Hello, how often do you out the food on? I'm new on and i think you didn't tell on your video. Thank you

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

I only I had food again when I see that the food I gave them is gone. If you overfeed worms it will not be good for them or their environment

@antonionunes2055

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady I send you a message on Instagram, if you want answer me there! really need your help

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

@@antonionunes2055 I replyed on instagram

so will the babies not eat that food?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

They will but when they’re really tiny, I have to be careful because it might be too much for them

Do you add lime to all of your peat bedding?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

Yes dolomite, I measured the vanity Pete Moss for acidity. Ideal is seven.

@struckergee

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady do you still need to add lime if you are using blitzed up egg shells as grit?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

Anytime I work with peat moss I always add it no matter what else I add. Now when I work with coconut coir, I don’t add dolomite lime because I feel it doesn’t need it.

How often should you turn the soil?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

It depends if you are raising the worms as a hobby or for sale. As a hobby I would fluff up their bedding a couple times a week. As a business they like it more moist and you try not to do that for at least 21 days unless you think there’s a problem

@Habitation2023

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady It's definitely a hobby. I just started last night and very small scale (I'm using a bubble gum tub/bucket). I think I need to redo the process because I didn't use bedding. I used organic garden soil that has the sticks in it and used a spray bottle to moisten it. I want to grow them for fishing.

How do we purchase works from you?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 ай бұрын

Worms? Visit TheGardenAndWormLady.com

Ware do you get to send

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

I will have it up for sale on my website soon if it’s the worm chow you’re asking me about I will be selling it worldwide on eBay soon

How fast do those 1/4 lb worms go throgh the feed amount you put in ?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

Usually within two or three days

@mattwinans7418

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady Thats pretty quick... Is there anyway I could feed them every 3 weeks ?..

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

No that’s way too much time in between

@mattwinans7418

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady Thank you... Guess I'll have to wait until I retire in 2 years... I work away from home and get back every 3 weeks... Love your video.. 1 more question... I want to raise for fishing but How do you know when its time to harvest your castings / change your bedding ?

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

You can tell what it looks like it’ll look like coffee grinds, but every three weeks when I reset the breeders, I give them fresh bedding

Why can't ya feed this to the babies and wisps? Mine are all mixed together

@TheGardenAndWormLady

10 ай бұрын

At first it’s strong for them

@Debbie-Keller

10 ай бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady ahhh. Well, I learned something. Thank you! 😊

I’m feeding my worms worm chow. They are not getting bigger; however, they are producing like crazy. Any suggestions is very much appreciated. Can’t get them big like your😢

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

Mine to get big by keeping a less in the bin, I am measuring a quarter pound, or sometimes a little less for a bin, the size of 20 x 15 x 5 making sure the moisture is more than usual and feeding them regular

@theresarothenberger2264

Жыл бұрын

I don’t have anymore bins. I’ve taken two cups and did put some in 5 Other bins for now. I don’t have space. My husband is thrilled. Yah right! I’m gonna donate some to the school for a science project. Can you remind me where you got those show and tell wormies. I love your vids and your cute laugh. Thanks so much for what you do for everyone💗💓💓❤️❤️

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

@@theresarothenberger2264 that’s awesome! You just do what you have to do. I saw someone raise worms in a bucket, not a Home Depot bucket, but a bucket that you mop the floor with any container works. I actually found those at AliExpress but I have also seen them on eBay and I believe Amazon.

@theresarothenberger2264

Жыл бұрын

@@TheGardenAndWormLady could you tell me where to get the plastic baby cycle of worms from cocoon to babies. I’m going to donate some to a science teacher for a fun project. Thanks again, and keep that laugh. 💗

Are you out of the worm business, or just cant keep up? I see all your worms are out of stock on your website...

@TheGardenAndWormLady

Жыл бұрын

Everything good, they are resting until the Autumn season. I start reselling in September approximately. I’ll probably retire doing this.🤩

I know a man (now retired) who owned a bait shop in Anniston Alabama. He basically made a living off of crickets and worms and of course other fish gear, but worms were his bread and butter. Mr. Hinds had 9 large wooden worm bins. As far as I know, he raised ENC's and ONLY fed them on top with alfhalfa pellets wetted with water after sprinkling on top. I always wanted to raise worms but only had time to keep me enough to fish with. I am now retired and have a goal of making a hundred dollars a week after expenses. We have worms here that look like a snake when crawling. I am almost sure they are the "Alabama jumpers". Have you ever raised them? Are they legal to sell to other states? My bins are mostly "indian blue worms" as far as I can tell.

@TheGardenAndWormLady

4 ай бұрын

I think I know who you’re talking about. I’ve seen some of his bins. Amazing work he did. Yes the Worms you were talking about are Alabama jumpers. They are called snake Worms jumping worms and they are an invasive species, here in Indiana where I am the agriculture department recommends we kill them when we see them. I haven’t raised them for that reason and honestly I wouldn’t do it.

I found the video. I shy away from peat moss because it is so devastating to the economy, and so non-sustainable. Coconut coir is renewable and sustainable. I have bookmarked the recipe and will make it substituting coconut for Peat. Edit: I thought this video showed the recipe I was looking for. However it isn't. On the video I watched today you said you can feed them the same as my other recipe minus the powdered milk. This doesn't have powdered milk in it so it can't be the one I'm looking for

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

I agree I also use coconut Coir at times, in the rotation video I mention the bedding that is posted in this video. The only difference is the food recipe will have powdered milk in it and the bedding will not. remember you have to harvest every 21 days and get rid of the bedding

Holy guacamole those ANCs are huge😀Great video, I've learned so much from you (and you've saved me on a couple of occasions : ) Great commentary throughout with so many great tips! Very excited for you and your business!🪱🪱🪱

@TheGardenAndWormLady

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you you’re not doing so bad yourself, I never miss one of your worm adventures 😆

Yes ma’am I’m a fellow worm rancher and I too care about my wiggly little friends.