Compost Worm Mix – for Worm Bins, Worm Towers & Compost Heaps
Our Compost Worm Mix contains the most effective compost worm species: Eisenia fetida, Eisenia andrei and Eisenia hortensis (Dendrobaena veneta). These worms are known for their strong appetite, fast reproduction and ability to convert kitchen and garden waste into rich vermicompost.
Why choose this worm mix?
Efficient composting
Suitable for indoor and outdoor systems (worm bin, worm tower, compost heap)
Strong, stable population due to multiple species
Recovers quickly under changing conditions
Which worms are included?
Eisenia fetida – Tiger worm; naturally found in manure and compost heaps
Eisenia andrei – A darker, highly active species; processes organic waste very quickly
Eisenia hortensis / Dendrobaena veneta – Larger, strong worm; ideal for outdoor composting and resistant to temperature fluctuations
Together, these worms create a powerful combination for an optimal composting system.
What do compost worms eat?
Fruit and vegetable scraps
Coffee grounds and tea leaves
Cardboard, paper and crushed eggshells
Leaf waste and light garden waste
Not suitable: meat, fish, dairy or fats.
For detailed feeding information, check our feeding guide.
Natural habitat
These worms naturally live in manure piles, leaf litter and other organic-rich upper soil layers. They do not dig deep, making them ideal for worm bins and worm towers.
Select your options
With or without sieve
A sieve is useful when harvesting worm compost, separating worms and removing coarse materials.
Choose: 1/4 kg, 1/2 kg, 1 kg
Packed with approx. 5 litres of special worm bedding.
Worms can stay in the breathable bag for up to 3 weeks under 20°C.
Prices are automatically updated based on your selection.
Compost Worm Mix contains:
Eisenia fetida / Eisenia andrei / Eisenia hortensis (Dendrobaena veneta)
Nicknames: tiger worms, manure worms, compost worms.
Size guide
1/4 kg – suitable for small 10L worm towers (e.g. DIY bucket systems)
1/2 kg – suitable for worm towers for 2–3 people
1 kg – suitable for worm towers for 4–5 people
Sieve sizes
Small grid: 6 mm
Large grid: 12 mm
Dimensions: 36 × 36 × 12 cm
Packaging & start-up
Worms are sieved and weighed clean, then packed in breathable bags with special starter soil and initial feed.
Ready to place directly into your worm bin or tower.
Immediate feeding with small amounts of kitchen waste is possible.
Special bulk discount
10 kg Compost Worm Mix – 10% discount
