How do I use compost worms?
How many worms do I need?
Still not sure? Contact me - I am happy to help you decide how many worms you need. And I support people who D.I.Y.
What do I get for my money?

250 g = about 1000 worms; 1 kg = about 4000 worms
250g - $23.00*. Perfect for starting one tray or tyre stack, or to boost new garden compost. Pensioners and preschools - call me to discuss special prices.
500g - $43.00*. More worms for faster establishment of stackable worm farms, or larger worm farms (Worm Arounds, Crate of Worms).

*Special "jump-start" kit for Can-O-Worms - Add $5 to above prices. Includes special supplies to compliment worm farm and make the bedding better for the worms.

1 kg - $70.00 To start most larger worm farms, (eg bath tubs, crate of worms).
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Our Worm Farms are complete with Compost Worms and Special Supplies to get you recycling fast. 4 sizes, 3 styles - We have a worm farm to fit any budget, lifestyle and recycling goal! Join our worm club to read a review on worm farms, or call for phone consultation. We support DIY!

Can-O-Worms. This popular worm farm is a plastic tray-based container that can recycle waste for 1-4 people. Elevated to your working height, with three working trays that are not too heavy. It can be run indoors, and has a tap to easily remove the liquid worm juice for plant and soil conditioning. Odorless. Comes with Compost Worms and additional supplies to jump-start recycling. Great gardener's companion.
$150.00 with 250g Compost Worms;
$170.00 with 500g Compost Worms;

Contact me if you need replacement parts or download an instruction booklet.

Kiwi Worm Composter.
100% Kiwi designed and manufactured from recycled plastics. You get two 20cm deep square trays for worms to recycle food scraps, and one base tray to collect liquids with tap for easy removal. Has better aeration than any look-alike wormfarms, and a worm island in the base. Expansion tray available for more recycling. 42.5cm x 45cm.
$100.00 with 250g Compost Worms - 60cm high;
$120.00 as above with 3 working trays - 80cm high;
$25.00 Expansion tray set

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Lil' Pig - 200L, 630mm tall. Perfect size for most families. Recycles 15-20 litre food & paper waste per week, plus some paper and garden waste.
$180.00 with 1kg Tiger Pack, Earth Dust Balance, Worm Blanket and Support

$230.00 DELUX with clear front viewing panel. Has hinged and latched front door that reveals a cool, clear Perspex viewing panel to see the worm bed in action. Includes with 1kg Tiger Pack, Earth Dust Balance, Worm Blanket & Support.
The Beast - 2 metres long with three compartments for mid-scale composting. Recycles 45-60 Litres/week food scraps with room for more garden waste. Perfect for multi-households, schools, offices and lifestyle blocks. Start one or two compartments with Compost Worms (and grow the rest). 2000 x 580 x 600.
$150.00 Bin only (worms ordered separately);
$50.00 Delivery and Installation within Christchurch area.
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Compost Mate ($28.00) - The tool to add air to compost piles, worm farms and mix-in food wastes. Perfect for tall compost bins - will NOT harm worms. Turns a slow heap into a working compost. My favourite tool!
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Earth Dust Balance ($5.00 for 1.5 kg) - A blended worm fattener for growth phase of worm farm. Finely ground granite & limestone blended with concentrated organic matter and animal protein. Adds nutrients and grit that worms need, and helps keep their environment in balance (adjusts pH to prevent acidity). Can also be used as soil conditioner. Courier extra.

Vermicast or vermicompost (quote on order) - Bulk trailer loads for gardens, greenhouses, orchards, vineyards, and pasture improvement. Makes an excellent mulch or ingredient in potting mix. Ask for quote as price relates to amount and freighting options. Contact me for analysis from Hills.