Clay Worm Tower – Make Your Own Worm Castings from Kitchen Waste | Sustainable Worm Composter The clay worm tower makes it easy to produce your own fresh worm castings from vegetable, fruit and garden waste. With a total height of 41 cm, two levels of 16 cm each and a capacity of 2 × 8 liters, this eco-friendly tower provides enough space to compost efficiently and with minimal odor. Its 26-cm diameter makes it suitable for any garden, balcony or kitchen corner. This worm tower transforms your organic waste into high-quality biological plant food while reducing your household waste at the same time. Separating Waste with the Worm Tower – Fun, Educational and Sustainable Waste separation is becoming increasingly important, and with this worm tower you can participate in a fun and educational way. Simply add your vegetable scraps, fruit waste, coffee grounds and other organic material, and the worms will transform it into rich worm castings. Children love watching the process step by step—composting becomes a fascinating little hobby. Is It a Lot of Work? Absolutely Not The system works very simply: Add small amounts of kitchen waste The worms do all the work Once one tray is full, move to the next The bottom tray can then be harvested easily This worm tower has no drainage tap—intentionally. The clay naturally evaporates excess moisture through its pores. Advantages: All nutrients stay inside the worm castings Moisture is automatically regulated Why Choose Clay Instead of Plastic? Two years ago (2022) we started phasing out plastic products. Today we offer more worm towers made of alternative materials. This is our first clay worm tower, offered at a price comparable to plastic versions—so there’s no reason not to choose a sustainable alternative. Clay breathes, regulates moisture, is strong, natural and looks beautiful. Worms Multiply – Ideal for Gardening or Fishing The population of compost worms expands naturally. This means you can occasionally remove some worms for your garden or for fishing, while your worm tower continues to operate. Great Start: Compost Worm Mix You can choose to order a compost worm mix with bedding. This professional breeding substrate is specially developed to give worms the perfect start. FAQ – Clay Worm Tower 1. How does a worm tower work? A clay worm tower has several levels where compost worms turn your kitchen waste into worm castings. Add organic waste at the top; once a tray is full, move to the next and harvest the bottom tray. 2. Why doesn’t this worm tower have a drainage tap? Clay evaporates excess moisture naturally, so no foul-smelling leachate forms and all nutrients stay in the castings. 3. What waste can I add? Fruit and vegetable scraps Coffee grounds and tea leaves Shredded cardboard or unbleached paper Plant trimmings Small amounts of cooked food Avoid: meat, dairy, oils, bread. 4. When can I harvest worm castings? After 8–12 weeks depending on temperature, waste volume and worm population. 5. How often should I feed the worms? Small portions 2–3 times per week. Worms eat about half their body weight per day. Keep max. 5 cm fresh material in the tray. 6. Can the worm tower stay outside? Yes, but: Not in direct sunlight Not in freezing temperatures (worms and clay are sensitive) A sheltered area is ideal. 7. Advantages of clay vs. plastic: Natural material Breathable and moisture regulating No condensation or unpleasant odors Beautiful, sustainable look No drain tap needed Healthier worm environment 8. How do I prevent fruit flies? Use a hemp mat and place new waste underneath Avoid adding large amounts of fruit Keep the tower closed Add bedding occasionally 9. Do I need special worms? Yes: compost worms (Eisenia fetida, Eisenia hortensis). 10. What can I do with extra worms? Improve garden soil Add to compost bins Use in ponds or aquariums (depending on species) Fishing bait 11. How do I use worm castings? Mix with potting soil, use in vegetable gardens, or sprinkle around plants. 12. Does a worm tower smell? A healthy tower never smells. Clay prevents moisture buildup. If smell occurs, add dry cardboard or bedding.