Does Lime Kill Worms?
8. Does Lime Inhibit Worm Development? the Wrong Kind of Lime Can Kill Worms. Lime Is Usually Used to Correct Acidity (The pH of the Heap Will Favour Bacteria...
8. Does lime inhibit worm development? The wrong kind of lime can kill worms. Lime is usually used to correct acidity (The pH of the heap will favour bacteria between pH 6 & 7.5.
Does lime get rid of worms?
Don't use Hydrated lime. This will burn and KILL your worms. Lime is important as a pH buffer to keep your bedding from becoming too acidic.
Is Garden lime safe for worms?
Firstly, yes you can certainly add lime to your worm bin in moderate amounts to help keep the pH balanced somewhat and provide a source of calcium for the worms. ... One exception is 'dolomitic lime' which basically has a 50:50 ratio of CaCO3 and MgCO3 – it is ok as well.