Vermicompost is one of the most complete soil inputs available. It feeds plants, introduces beneficial microorganisms, and improves soil structure simultaneously. Unlike synthetic fertilisers, it works with the soil — not against it.
Mix vermicompost as 20–30% of your total potting volume. Combine with cocopeat for structure and cow manure for slow-release nutrition. This three-part mix creates a complete growing medium that feeds plants for months without additional fertilising.
Pro Tip: For flowering plants, increase vermicompost to 30–35% during the budding phase.
Apply 2–3cm of vermicompost around the base of established plants, keeping it away from the stem. Water in well. This works as a slow-release feed and gradually incorporates into the soil with each watering. Best done at the start of the growing season and again mid-season.
Spread vermicompost evenly across the bed surface at 500g–1kg per square metre. Dig or fork it into the top 10–15cm of soil. Do this before planting for new beds, or as a seasonal amendment for established beds.
Mix 20% vermicompost with 80% cocopeat for a light, nutritious seed starting medium. The mild nutrition level supports early root development without burning delicate seedling roots.
When moving seedlings to larger containers or garden beds, add a handful of vermicompost directly into the planting hole before placing the root ball. This gives new roots an immediate source of nutrition and beneficial microbes as they establish.
Note: Vermicompost will not burn roots even at direct contact — it is gentle enough for the most sensitive transplants.