Made from plants not plastic
Tiny Worm Farms Big Impact
At Wormly, we believe the smallest creatures can make the biggest difference.
Our mission is simple, to help nature close the loop on food waste. Every peel, crumb, and scrap has a second life when it’s returned to the soil. Through the humble power of worms, we transform everyday waste into rich, living compost that nourishes gardens, feeds the earth, and reduces what ends up in landfill. Wormly is more than just composting - it’s a natural path toward a cleaner, greener future.
Frequently asked questions
What is Wormly?
Wormly is an in-ground worm farm that turns your household food scraps into nutrient-rich compost right where your plants need it most.
Installed directly into your garden beds, Wormly allows composting worms to break down food waste naturally, improving soil health and reducing the amount of organic waste sent to landfill.
How does Wormly work?
Simply install Wormly into your garden soil, add food scraps, and let composting worms do the rest.
The worms consume your food waste and produce nutrient-rich worm castings that flow directly into the surrounding soil - feeding your plants naturally from below.
No turning, no mess, no odours.
What can I put into Wormly?
You can add most common kitchen scraps including:
● Fruit & vegetable scraps
● Coffee grounds
● Tea bags (remove the tea from the bag)
● Crushed eggshells
● Bread
● Pasta
● Rice
● Cardboard - The brown type that has plastic etc removed
Avoid adding:
● Meat
● Dairy
● Oily or fatty foods
● Citrus in large quantities
● Spicy foods such as Onion, Garlic & Chilli
Will it smell?
No — when used correctly, Wormly should not smell.
Because Wormly is installed in the ground, beneficial microbes in the surrounding soil help break down organic matter efficiently, preventing unpleasant odours.
If it does smell, it usually means it's being overfed or needs more carbon-rich material like shredded cardboard or dry leaves.
Do I need to add worms?
Yes - Wormly works best with composting worms such as Tiger Worms (Red Wigglers).
You can purchase worms online or from most local garden centres.
Will worms escapeinto my garden?
Yes - and that’s actually a good thing!
Composting worms naturally move between the Wormly unit and the surrounding soil, helping distribute nutrients throughout your garden bed.
But they always return to your Wormly as long as you keep adding food scraps.
Is Wormly madefrom plastic?
No — Wormly is made from PLA, a plant-based biopolymer derived from renewable resources like corn starch.
Unlike traditional petroleum-based plastics, PLA is designed to break down under industrial composting conditions.
Will Wormly breakdown in my garden?
Wormly is designed to remain durable in normal garden conditions.
PLA requires sustained temperatures of around 50°C+ to begin breaking down — conditions typically only found in industrial composting facilities.
So while it’s made from plants, it won’t degrade in your garden bed during everyday use.
How long doesinstallation take?
Most people install their Wormly in under 15 minutes.
Simply dig a hole, place the unit into the soil, backfill around it, and you're ready to start composting.
Where should install Wormly?
Wormly works best when installed:
● In garden beds
● Vegetable patches
● Raised planters
● Around fruit trees
Avoid installing in direct sun, compacted clay or areas that flood frequently.
How much foodwaste can it process?
A healthy population of composting worms can consume up to half their body weight in food scraps each day.
Over time, your Wormly will become more efficient as the worm population grows.
How does Wormly help the environment?
Each Wormly helps divert food waste from landfill — where it would otherwise produce methane, a potent greenhouse gas.
By composting your food scraps at home, you're helping reduce emissions while improving your soil health naturally.