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Rex W

Jacksonville, FL
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  • Red wriggler worms used for indoor vermicomposting. Did you know they can live up to 15 years?
  • Step # 1 ~ drill small holes on the bottom and sides and large holes on the top of a plastic storage tub
  • Here's a shot of the holes in the worm bin so you can see what I mean!
  • Step # 2 ~ crumple newspaper, then wet it, wring it out and fill the bottom of the tub this way
  • Step # 3 ~ add a few handfuls of peat moss or garden soil and toss gently, the add the worms and lightly toss again
  • Step # 4 ~ now add a few kitchen scraps. Keep the moisture at this level by adding a little water or wet plant matter if dry, shredded paper if too wet
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DIY Project ~ Vermicomposting in a tub in a few easy steps!

Plant matter is a resource we should be keeping out of the landfills. But what do you do if you don't have the space for a compost pile or you don't want to be constantly running outside ...»
with your kitchen scraps? Vermicomposting is the answer and , even better,a worm bin is efficient when you're continually adding new material, unlike your outdoor compost pile. Composting at home in a worm tub is most suitable for smaller families and apartment dwellers, or can be used in combination with an outside composting method. A well-tended worm bin shouldn't smell, so some people will keep them in a kitchen cupboard if they're short on space or just want it handy for adding their kitchen waste. The garage or basement are also possible locations for your worm bin. (Note: do not add animal waste, bones, fats or meat to your bins or compost piles. That will make it smell and draw unwanted visitors!)

Follow the easy steps below to set up your own worm bin and begin vermicomposting at home. Set the finished lidded bin on a couple bricks on a tray to collect any drips. You will keep plant matter out of the landfill and have the benefits of compost and compost tea for your houseplants, worms for feeding birds and pet reptiles and going fishing, too!

See my blog post at http://ourfairfieldhomeandgarden.com/diy-pro... for more composting information and worm sources.

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Barb Rosen
Barb Rosen Wilmington, DE
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    Commented on Mar 26, 2013
    I have night crawlers, will they adapt to this composter or is there going to be enough space ...»
    for them in this size container..........

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Karyn Lisk
Karyn Lisk Gainesville, GA
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Gray and Yellow Living Room

Looking to add a little color to your neutral room? Why not try yellow! I added yellow with gray for the perfect color combination for spring. The fabric I chose is Bedazzle by Waverly in ...»
the color silver linings. The paint color is SW Mindful Gray and the coffee table is vintage thrift store! #MyCurrentProject

Thistlewood
Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY
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    It is beautiful indeed......and this color combination is why I love to have tall yarrow in ...»
    the heat of the garden because of this cool pleasant feeling. it was the first natural thing I thought of when I first saw these beautiful pictures.,

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Get organized for back to school

I used a $5 shutter door to organize all things kid and school. Over the door hooks and baskets made this a super easy and functional project. Read more here---> http://www.creatingreallyawesomefreethings.c...

Jamie @ C.R.A.F.T.
Jamie @ C.R.A.F.T. Austin, TX
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    Commented on Aug 29, 2012
    THANKS FOR RETURNING ME TO SUCH A PLEASANT MEMORY!!! ...»

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Old fire pit turned into flower bed for my succulents.

I used my old fire pit to create this beautiful succulent bed and added a few details to make it interesting. The bear was a toilet brush holder and now it's a place for succulents to ...»
grow.

I punched holds in the bottom to ensure proper drainage and added rich dirt. Place under tree because succulents love shade. Also, succulents requires little maintenance.

Mary Carter
Mary Carter Bel Air, MD
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    Commented on Aug 05, 2012
    Nice array of succulents, bear looks very comfy and thoughtful in the midst of it! :)
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Garden Decor and fun in the garden

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Jan M Toledo, OR
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Coni B Ocala, FL
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