{"title":"Worm Bin Accessories","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWorm Bin Supplies — Everything Your Bin Needs to Thrive\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorms are only half the equation. A healthy, productive vermicomposting setup depends on the right bedding, the right feed, and knowing what's happening inside your bin at all times. This collection covers all of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoco Coir Bedding\u003c\/strong\u003e — low-salt, pH-neutral coconut coir bricks that expand to 2.5+ gallons of fluffy, moisture-retaining substrate. One of the best worm bin bedding materials available, and far more consistent than shredded cardboard or newspaper alone. Available in singles through 24-packs for bulk refreshes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban Worm Chow\u003c\/strong\u003e — protein-rich worm feed blend with cornmeal, alfalfa, fish meal, bone meal, and more. Use it to accelerate colony growth, build biomass for resale, or supplement when kitchen scraps aren't keeping up with your colony size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorm Bin Thermometer\u003c\/strong\u003e — stainless steel probe thermometer with color-coded zones so you know at a glance whether your bin is in the safe range for your worms and soil microbes. A simple tool that pays for itself the first time it saves your colony from a heat spike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBundles\u003c\/strong\u003e — starter and bulk combinations that pair bedding, castings, and a thermometer in one order. The easiest way to set up a new bin or refresh an existing one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll supplies ship to DFW and across Texas. Stock up with a 24-pack of coco coir if you're running multiple bins — it's the most cost-effective way to keep fresh bedding on hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed worms too? \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/composting-worms\"\u003eBrowse our composting worms\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"urban-worm-chow","title":"Urban Worm Chow","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUrban Worm Chow — Protein-Rich Worm Food for Faster Growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour worms can only produce as much as you feed them. Urban Worm Chow is a specially formulated worm feed blend designed to accelerate growth, boost reproduction rates, and help your colony reach peak processing capacity faster than food scraps alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA protein-rich mix of cornmeal, soybean hulls, alfalfa, oats, fish meal, bone meal, and additional organic ingredients. Each component serves a purpose — proteins for growth, fiber for gut health, and minerals to keep your colony thriving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding biomass:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you're growing your colony for resale or expanding capacity, Worm Chow accelerates the timeline significantly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplementing food waste:\u003c\/strong\u003e when your kitchen scraps aren't keeping up with your colony size, Worm Chow fills the gap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBait worm conditioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e larger, healthier worms mean better bait — Worm Chow is commonly used by bait worm growers to size up European Nightcrawlers before sale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSprinkle lightly across the surface of your bin every few days. Less is more — overfeeding any protein-rich supplement can cause odor issues. Start small and adjust based on how quickly your worms consume it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 2 lb and 5 lb bags. Free shipping to the lower 48.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStock up on \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pure-red-wiggler-worms\"\u003epure Red Wigglers\u003c\/a\u003e to build the colony you're feeding, or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/worm-bin-accessories\"\u003ebrowse all worm bin supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urban Worm Company","offers":[{"title":"2lb","offer_id":44243344883965,"sku":"sku-38104053940404","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":44243344916733,"sku":"sku-38104053973172","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/8427\/2381\/files\/UrbanWormChow-500px.jpg?v=1699379777"},{"product_id":"coco-coir-6-pack-thermometer-bundle","title":"6-Pack Coco Coir \u0026 Thermometer Promo","description":"\u003ch2\u003e6-Pack Coco Coir + Thermometer — Stock Up and Stay in Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're running an active worm bin, you go through bedding. This bundle pairs a 6-pack of low-salt coco coir bricks with an Urban Worm Thermometer for just $4 more than the coir alone — so you can refresh your bedding multiple times and always know your bin temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 x Urban Worm Coco Coir bricks (1.4 lb each)\u003c\/strong\u003e — each brick expands to 2.5+ gallons of bedding. Six bricks gives you 15+ gallons of substrate for multiple refreshes or multiple bins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban Worm Thermometer\u003c\/strong\u003e — stainless steel probe with color-coded temperature zones for worms and soil microbes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorm farmers doing regular bedding refreshes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone running two or more bins simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGardeners who want surplus coir for both their bin and their raised beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFree shipping to the lower 48. While supplies last.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/worm-bin-accessories\"\u003eworm bin supplies\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urban Worm Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44243344982269,"sku":"sku-32929893351504","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/8427\/2381\/files\/6PackCocoCoir_Thermometercopy.jpg?v=1699379778"},{"product_id":"worm-bin-starter-bundle","title":"Coco Coir, Castings \u0026 Thermometer Bundle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWorm Bin Starter Bundle — Bedding, Castings \u0026amp; Thermometer in One\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEverything you need to set up a healthy worm bin or refresh an existing one — bundled together and ready to ship. This kit pairs two of the most essential bin inputs (coco coir bedding and worm castings) with the thermometer you need to keep your bin in the safe zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban Worm Coco Coir brick\u003c\/strong\u003e — low-salt, pH-neutral bedding that expands to 2.5+ gallons of fluffy substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorm castings (2 lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e — mix into your coir or potting soil to immediately introduce beneficial microbiology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban Worm Thermometer\u003c\/strong\u003e — color-coded probe thermometer so you always know if your bin is in the green zone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy the Castings + Coir Combination Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA single bundle makes 3.2 gallons of an 80\/20 coco coir and castings mix — the perfect starting medium for a new bin or a soil amendment blend for container plants and raised beds. The castings seed the coir with microbial life from day one, so your worms (and plants) hit the ground running.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMix with topsoil and a drainage amendment like perlite or vermiculite for a complete potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree shipping to the lower 48.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/composting-worms\"\u003ecomposting worms\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your setup, or explore the full \u003ca href=\"\/products\/urban-worm-bag-version-2\"\u003eUrban Worm Bag Version 2\u003c\/a\u003e bin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urban Worm Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44243345015037,"sku":"sku-37573845385396","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/8427\/2381\/files\/Coco-Coir-Worm-Castings-Bundle.jpg?v=1699379778"},{"product_id":"worm-castings-organic","title":"Urban Worm Company Worm Castings - Approved for Organic Use","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUrban Worm Company Worm Castings — OMRI Listed, Approved for Organic Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese worm castings from Urban Worm Company carry OMRI certification — meaning they've been independently reviewed and approved for use in certified organic production. If you're growing organically or just want the cleanest soil amendment you can buy, that certification matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes These Castings Stand Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOMRI Listed\u003c\/strong\u003e — approved for organic use, independently verified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced fungal-to-bacterial ratio for broad soil health benefits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh humic acid content supports nutrient availability and water retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOdorless, fine-textured, and easy to apply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf life of 6+ months when stored away from UV light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Worm Castings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop dressing:\u003c\/strong\u003e apply 1\/4” to 1\/2” layer around the base of plants and water in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotting mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e blend up to 20–30% castings into your potting soil for containers and raised beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed starting:\u003c\/strong\u003e mix into germination medium to support early root development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompost tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e steep in aerated water for 24–48 hours to brew a liquid soil drench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 5 lb, 10 lb, 15 lb, 30 lb, and 40 lb bags with free shipping to the lower 48.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWorm castings are a soil amendment and conditioner. Results vary by soil type, application rate, and growing conditions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/worm-bin-accessories\"\u003eworm bin supplies\u003c\/a\u003e to round out your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urban Worm Company","offers":[{"title":"5 lbs","offer_id":44243345047805,"sku":"sku-32829385179216","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lbs","offer_id":44243345080573,"sku":"sku-32119595401296","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 lbs","offer_id":46086330351869,"sku":"sku-46231636181240","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 lbs","offer_id":46688505889021,"sku":"sku-46947885744376","price":74.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 lbs","offer_id":44243345146109,"sku":"sku-43949667057912","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/8427\/2381\/files\/UW-Castings-on-pile-w-OMRI-sq-800px.jpg?v=1699379778"},{"product_id":"worm-bin-thermometer","title":"Urban Worm Thermometer - Perfect for the Garden \u0026 Worm Bin","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWorm Bin Thermometer — Know Your Bin's Temperature at All Times\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTemperature is one of the most important variables in a healthy worm bin. Too cold and your worms slow down significantly. Too hot and you risk a die-off. The Urban Worm Thermometer gives you an accurate, at-a-glance read so you're never guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel probe penetrates up to 5 inches into soil or bedding for an accurate core reading — not just surface temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor-coded dial with green, yellow, and red zones — instantly shows whether your bin is in the optimal range for worms and soil microbes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks equally well in garden beds, raised beds, and compost piles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo batteries required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptimal Worm Bin Temperature Ranges\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Wigglers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55°F–77°F optimal, tolerant to 40°F–90°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEuropean Nightcrawlers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70°F–80°F optimal, tolerant to 45°F–90°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA simple tool that pays for itself the first time it saves your colony from a heat spike. 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Each 1.4 lb brick expands to over 2.5 gallons of loose, fluffy substrate when hydrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Coco Coir Over Other Bedding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNear-neutral pH — won't stress your worms the way high-acid materials like pine shavings can\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent moisture retention — holds water without going anaerobic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinsed to remove salt content — salt is lethal to worms, and this step matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent texture — worms move through it easily and it doesn't compact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEco-friendly — made from coconut husks, a renewable byproduct of coconut production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHydrate each brick in a bucket with about a gallon of water. It'll expand fully in 10–15 minutes. Wring out any excess moisture — your bedding should feel like a wrung-out sponge, not dripping. 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