Composting dill scraps with worms
Have dill leaves and stems leftover after preparing a delicious meal? Perfect! Dill scraps are an excellent addition to your Bonter worm bin. This soft herb is quickly processed by the worms and contributes to nutritious compost. Adding dill is simple and fits seamlessly into your daily routine.
Can dill go in your worm bin?
Yes, absolutely! Dill is perfect worm food. It is a soft, green material that is rich in nitrogen and minerals, which is a good addition to your worms’ diet. Due to its soft structure, dill scraps break down very quickly, contributing to an efficient composting process in your Bonter.
How much dill can you add?
You can confidently add dill to your Bonter regularly. As with all ‘green’ materials (nitrogen-rich), it is important to maintain a good balance with ‘brown’ material (carbon-rich), such as cardboard or paper. This ensures the correct carbon-nitrogen ratio and a healthy moisture balance. Because herbs like dill digest quickly, you can add them quite often in small quantities as part of a varied diet for your worms.
What to do instead? Alternatives & waste management
Dill is ideal for your worm bin, so alternative ways to process dill scraps are usually not necessary if you have a Bonter! If you really have a huge amount (which is rare with herbs), you could add it to an outdoor compost heap, use the soft parts to make herb butter, or freeze it for later use. However, the best place for your dill scraps is in your Bonter, where they are quickly converted into valuable compost.
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Tips for safe dill composting
Dill requires little preparation for your worm bin. You can optionally cut the stems a bit smaller if they are very long, but the worms can handle the soft parts just fine. Cutting them smaller can speed up the process slightly. Add the dill along with some dry bedding material and bury it under the top layer. This helps prevent fruit flies and ensures a tidy bin. Your Bonter with filter keeps odors contained, but a healthy, balanced bin is always best.
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Frequently asked questions about composting dill
Do I need to chop dill stems finely for the worm bin?
It is not absolutely necessary. Dill stems are soft and are easily eaten by the worms, even if they are a bit longer. Making them smaller can speed up the process slightly.
Does dill help against odors in the worm bin?
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Is dill 'green' or 'brown' material for the worm bin?
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