What is Diatomaceous Earth (DE Powder)?
Diatomaceous Earth, commonly known as DE Powder, is a natural, mineral-rich substance made from the fossilised remains of microscopic aquatic organisms called diatoms. These tiny diatoms have intricately woven shells that are ground into a fine powder, creating a product with an impressive array of uses, from odour control to soil improvement.
This incredible powder works primarily through absorption, acting like a super sponge to soak up moisture, oils, and smells. Its versatility and eco-friendly nature have made it a must-have for worm composting, gardening, pet care, and more.
Why Use DE Powder in Your Wormery?
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Odour and Moisture Control: A light dusting of DE Powder keeps your wormery balanced by absorbing excess moisture and neutralising odours, making it less attractive to flies and other pests.
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Fly Deterrent: Helps prevent fruit flies and other insects from becoming a problem in your wormery by creating an environment they dislike.
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Safe and Effective: DE Powder is natural and safe to use around worms, ensuring your composting system stays productive and pest-free.
Wide Applications for DE Powder
For Soil and Compost
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Enhances Compost Quality: Mix with compost to improve moisture retention and nutrient availability, creating richer, more fertile compost for your garden.
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Supports Plant Growth: Proven in market garden trials, DE Powder strengthens root systems, encourages healthy top growth, and boosts fruit yields.
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Seed Germination: Coating seeds with DE Powder can promote faster germination and healthier seedlings.
For Pet and Livestock Care
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Animal Bedding: Sprinkle on pet or livestock bedding to absorb odours and moisture, creating a fresher, more hygienic environment.
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Feed Additive: Adding DE Powder to animal feed can promote overall health and well-being for pets and livestock.
Around the Home
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Odour Control: Use in bins, litter trays, or other areas prone to smells for natural, long-lasting freshness.
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Cleaning and Polishing: DE Powder can be used to clean and polish metal surfaces, making it a handy addition to your household cleaning toolkit.
How to Use DE Powder
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In Your Wormery: Apply a light dusting of DE Powder using the puffer nozzle (available in the 100g bottle) to the surface of the wormery contents. Use as needed to maintain moisture and odour balance.
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In Compost: Mix a handful of DE Powder into your compost to improve moisture retention and nutrient uptake.
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For Plants: Sprinkle around the base of plants or mix into the soil to boost root development and growth.
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For Bedding or Feed: Lightly dust animal bedding or mix a small amount into feed for added benefits.
Key Features of DE Powder
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Natural and Eco-Friendly: Derived from fossilised diatoms, DE Powder is a completely natural, sustainable, and biodegradable product.
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Packed with Minerals: Contains silicon dioxide and other trace elements that support plant and soil health.
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Safe for Use: While DE Powder is safe for worms, plants, and animals, care should be taken to avoid inhaling the dust, particularly for those with respiratory conditions.
Important Notes
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Not suitable for human consumption.
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Avoid using in windy conditions to prevent airborne dust.
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Store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children and pets.
Pro Tip: DE Powder is a powerful ally in sustainable living. Whether you're nurturing your wormery, improving your soil, or caring for your pets, its incredible versatility ensures you'll always find a new use for this remarkable product.
Make your wormery, garden, and home healthier and more productive with DE Powder – the natural, multi-purpose solution for everyday challenges.
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.
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.
