Vermicompost can be mixed directly into the soil, or steeped in water and made into a worm tea by mixing some vermicompost in water, and steeping for a number of hours or days.
enriching soil in micro-organisms, adding plant hormones such as auxins and gibberellic acid, and adding enzymes such as phosphatase and cellulase;
Soils which have an enriched organic matter and carbon content due to compost applications can increase their water-holding capacity by up to 40%,
Compost improves the structure and texture of the soil enabling it to better retain nutrients, moisture, and air for the betterment of plants.
The use of vermicompost has long been recognized as an effective means of increasing yields through improved soil physical, and biological properties.
Vermicomposts improve plant growth and development beyond that normally observed from just soil nutrient transformation and availability.
The channels made by deep-burrowing earthworms are lined with readily available nutrients and make it easier for roots to penetrate deep into the soil.