Outdoor terracotta worm composter

The choice depends on the amount of biowaste you produce.

For 1 person : 1L or 2L
For 2 to 3 people : 4L to 6L
For 4 to 6 people or shared use : 8L to 12L

An adult produces on average 20 to 30 kg of compostable waste per year If in doubt, it is better to distribute several small worm composters around the garden.

No. The in ground worm composter is odorless because the waste is quickly broken down by the worms in a ventilated environment. If you avoid fats, meats, and citrus fruits, everything remains clean and odorless.

Yes, to start the process, it is recommended to add a small population of Eisenia fetida (red compost worms). Once established, they will reproduce naturally in the soil and ensure continuous composting.

Bury it in a growing area : vegetable garden, flower bed, tree or hedge base. The ideal is a place semi-shaded, with living soil. The soil must remain loose to facilitate the worms' movements.

Yes ! The outdoor worm composter operates year-round. In winter, activity slows down but does not stop. In case of severe frost, it is advisable to cover the area or stop fertilizing until the soil warms up.

✅ To deposit :

- Vegetable peelings
- Coffee grounds, tea, filters
- Crushed eggshells
- Leftover fruit (except citrus fruits in large quantities)

❌ To avoid :

- Meat, fish, dairy products
- Cooked leftovers, bread, oil
- Non-biodegradable waste

The process starts quickly (a few weeks), but a full cycle of transforming waste into rich fertilizer takes about 2 to 3 months. The soil around the worm composter naturally becomes more fertile and alive over the months.