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Transform your household and garden waste into valuable compost with Wiggly Wigglers Composting Worms. This product harnesses the natural power of a diverse mix of worm species, predominantly red wigglers (Eisenia fetida) and dendrobaenas (Eisenia hortensis), known for their vigorous composting capabilities. Commonly referred to as tiger worms, brandlings, reds, and dendras, each species plays a crucial role in accelerating the decomposition process.
Each species included in our mix is a surface litter worm, which means they naturally inhabit the upper layers of soil, unlike common garden earthworms (lob worms - Lumbricus terrestris). Reds and dendras typically thrive in the top few inches of compost, making them ideal for your wormery. You’ll find these types naturally in environments like manure heaps or the forest floor.
Our composting worms are prolific in many ways—they breed quickly, maturing within just a few weeks, and can lay an egg approximately every 10 days. They are highly efficient at consuming and composting organic material, enhancing their breeding capability.
Please note: Our worms are sold by weight. We start our wormeries off with 500g so if you want just a boost of worms to add to your worm composter 250g is a good boost, to start a wormery off choose 500g and if you are adding worms to a larger garden composter we would suggest 1kg per m2. A 1kg purchase of composting worms will provide you with approximately 1600 to 2000 worms, ensuring a robust start for your composting efforts.
Scientifically Proven Efficiency: These composting worms are scientifically selected for their ability to adapt and thrive in varying acidity levels found in organic waste. This diversity ensures that no matter your compost's pH, these worms work continuously to break down materials into usable compost. In optimal conditions, these worms can consume up to half their body weight in organic waste daily, turning a substantial amount of kitchen scraps and garden debris into compost much faster than traditional composting methods.
Usage and Benefits:
Rapid Composting Cycle: By digesting waste quickly, these worms shorten the composting cycle, allowing you to enrich your soil more frequently with high-quality compost.
Nutrient-Rich Compost: The byproduct of their digestion is a supercharged compost that is rich in essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, vital for plant health and robust growth.
Sustainability: Using Wiggly Wigglers Composting Worms contributes to a more sustainable lifestyle by reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills and lowering methane production, a potent greenhouse gas released during the breakdown of organic materials in landfills.
Ideal Settings: These worms are perfect for both indoor and outdoor composting setups, such as wormery systems and traditional compost bins. They are particularly effective in enclosed composters where their environment can be easily controlled, ensuring maximum productivity and minimal maintenance.
Getting Started: Begin your composting journey by introducing the worms into a bed of inert material such as coir or shredded paper. We offer Composting Worms with a Bedding Block (of Coir) as an easy solution to this. This initial bedding helps create the ideal environment for the worms to start processing your waste effectively. Worms work particularly well when you are adding a regular layer of waste.
Choose Wiggly Wigglers Composting Worms for a natural, efficient, and environmentally friendly way to manage your organic waste and enhance your gardening efforts.
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Shipping Information
Our standard delivery charge is £3.95
(Next Day delivery is £5.95)
*GB mainland only and other exclusions apply. Please see below for full details.
| Area | Standard Delivery | Royal Mail (Live Orders) | Next Working Day Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mainland UK (excludes highlands) | £3.95 | £3.95 | £5.95 |
| Falkirk, Aberdeen Perth Kirkwall Paisley and Inverness Areas (not islands), Isle of Man and Isle of Wight | £14.95 | £3.95 | N/A |
| For Scottish Islands, Outer Hebrides, Kilmarnock area, Paisley area, Chanel Islands and Northern Ireland | £19.95 | £3.95 | N/A |
All our orders are now despatched from our farm here in Herefordshire and so we’ve made a few changes. We will always despatch orders as soon as possible, but we do offer a next day delivery service (some restrictions apply) for those urgent orders.
Wiggly Standard Delivery (3 - 5 day delivery) £3.95 within mainland Britain
If you don't mind when your order arrives... (within reason of course) Choose standard delivery and we will despatch your order with the best option for us. This may be APC Overnight, DPD or Royal Mail. You need to allow 2 - 5 days for delivery, and we can post to anywhere in mainland Britain. See below if you are in Highlands and Islands.
Next Week Day delivery for £5.95 to mainland Britain
If you need a guaranteed Next Day delivery then please choose the Next Day delivery option. If you order on a Friday then the delivery will be with you on the following Monday. Please note there are no deliveries on Saturdays, Sundays or Bank Holidays. You must order before 1pm for your order to be sent to arrive the following working day. If you order after 1pm then your order will be shipped on the next working day.
Important - Highlands and Islands
IF your order contains JUST live worms and is under 2 kilos - whether that’s composting worms, wax worms or mealworms you will have the option in the checkout to choose standard delivery at £3.95. This is because we can use Royal Mail for this service. Otherwise you will see the extra cost options for a courier to deliver your package – please note there is no guaranteed next day service to these areas so please allow extra time and track your package for information.
For Falkirk, Aberdeen Perth Kirkwall Paisley and Inverness Areas (not islands), Isle of Man and Isle of Wight the charge is £14.95
Postcodes:
AB37-38 AB41-56 FK 17-21 IV1- 40 IV52-54 IV63 KW1-14 PA21-40 PA80 PH15-50 IM1-9 IM86-87 IM99 PO30-41)
For Scottish Islands, Outer Hebrides, Kilmarnock area, Paisley area, Chanel Islands and Northern Ireland the charge is £19.95
Postcodes:
HS1-9 IV41-56 KA27-28 KW15-17 PA20 PA41-78 PH42-44 ZE1-3 BT1-99 JE1-5 GY1-10)
REFUNDS POLICY
Damaged or Faulty Goods
In the unlikely event that you receive an item that is damaged or faulty, we can offer a full refund within 60 days of the customer receiving the order. We simply require photographic evidence of the damaged/faulty item with tracking number within 7 days.
To return a damaged or faulty item is free of charge, please contact wiggly@wigglywigglers.co.uk with your name, address & order number and our customer service team will advise on the easiest way to send.
Once the item has been received and inspected by our customer care team, you will be notified that a refund has been issued and feel free to order the item again from our website.
In the case of LIVE WORMS these can’t be returned so in the unlikely event that they have arrived damaged please take a photo on the same day and send that photo straight away to our team wiggly@wigglywigglers.co.uk with a description of what the problem is and ensure you include your name, address and order number.
Once the photograph and description has been looked over by our customer care team they will get back to you to advise or issue a replacement or refund.
Returning an Order
Sometimes it just doesn’t work out. We get that. If you’ve changed your mind and want to cancel your order, we ask that you contact our sales team and return the item in its original packaging within 60 days to:
Wiggly Wigglers Lower Blakemere Farm, Blakemere, Herefordshire HR2 9PX
Unfortunately, we aren’t able to cover the cost of returning unwanted items, so the postage cost of returning these items is the responsibility of the customer. Please ensure that you obtain proof of posting as items being returned are the responsibility of the customer until the items reach our farm.
Once the item has been received and inspected by our customer care team, you will be notified that your refund has been issued. Please note the item must be returned with the original packaging, as new, unused, and free of defects.
Of course if you cancel your order before the items are shipped out a refund will be issued right away.
Please email us at wiggly@wigglywigglers.co.uk if you need any further information.
Q: What type of worms are suitable for composting? A: Red wigglers (Eisenia fetida) are the most popular composting worms. They are efficient at breaking down organic matter and thrive in compost bins.
Q: How do I start a worm composting bin? A: Begin with a suitable container, add bedding material (shredded newspaper or cardboard), and introduce red wigglers. Provide food scraps gradually, and maintain proper moisture levels.
Q: What can I feed composting worms? A: Worms enjoy fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, eggshells, and small amounts of non-oily, non-citrus kitchen scraps. Avoid dairy, meat, and oily foods.
Q: How much should I feed my composting worms? A: Start with small amounts and gradually increase as the worm population grows. Worms can eat roughly half their weight in food daily.
Q: How do I maintain the moisture level in the worm bin? A: Keep the bedding damp, similar to a wrung-out sponge. Mist with water if it becomes too dry, and add dry bedding if it's too wet.
Q: Can I use regular garden soil in a worm bin? A: It's better to use a mix of bedding materials like shredded newspaper and cardboard rather than garden soil. Worms need a light and fluffy environment to thrive.
Q: How often should I harvest worm castings (vermicompost)? A: Harvest the worm castings when they accumulate in the bin, usually every few months. Remove finished compost and leave a portion for the worms.
Q: Is there anything that should not be put in a worm composting bin? A: Avoid adding meat, dairy, oily foods, citrus peels, and pet waste. These items can attract pests or create imbalances in the bin.
Q: Can I keep my worm bin indoors? A: Yes, worm bins can be kept indoors, such as under the kitchen sink or in a utility room. Ensure
proper aeration and manage odors by maintaining a well-balanced bin.
Q: How do I troubleshoot common issues in a worm composting bin? A: If the bin smells bad, reduce moisture and adjust the food-to-worm ratio. If worms try to escape, check for acidity or excessive heat. Adjusting these factors can resolve common problems.
Q: What do I do with the liquid collected in the worm bin (worm tea)? A: Dilute worm tea with water and use it as a nutrient-rich liquid fertiliser for plants. It's an excellent organic supplement for garden and houseplants.
The Wiggly Story: Bringing Your Garden to Life.
Nestled in the heart of rural Herefordshire, within The Duchy of Cornwall estate lies Lower Blakemere Farm – the cherished home of Wiggly Wigglers and founder, Heather Gorringe. From its humble beginnings on Heather’s kitchen table over 30 years ago, our small but dedicated team is working hard on a legacy of sustainability and regeneration. Our farm isn’t merely a plot of land; it’s a dynamic hub where we’re aiming to balance food production with biodiversity and since we started our regenerative journey there’s a real focus on improving soil health and sustainability. Beyond our own endeavours, we’re passionate about sharing best practices and developing products designed to Bring your Garden to life.
The Wiggly Promise
At Wiggly Wigglers, it’s not just about sales (though we appreciate your orders and support for the farm!).
We’re here to offer a range of sustainable solutions that add fun to composting, boost biodiversity, and make bring your home and garden to live, whilst making the world just a little bit greener.
- Trusted: We’ve been here for over 30 years, with over 100,000 orders shipped.
- Try our products: We have a risk free 60 Day No Quibble Returns policy.
- Great Value: Buy Direct - we grow, mix, pack and ship direct from our farm in Herefordshire.
