Buying mulch without jumping worms - Ask Extension
I have a large area to mulch. I want to avoid bringing in jumping worms. Are there places or specific types of mulch that are safe?
Thank you,
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Buying mulch without jumping worms #871847
Asked June 06, 2024, 9:08 AM EDT
I have a large area to mulch. I want to avoid bringing in jumping worms. Are there places or specific types of mulch that are safe?
Thank you,
Carver County Minnesota
Expert Response
Unfortunately, as far as I know, there is not a list of jumping-worm-free compost suppliers. The best you can do is ask the supplier what steps they take to avoid jumping worms. Read here (where your question is addressed in the FAQs):
https://extension.umn.edu/identify-invasive-species/jumping-worms
For instance, Gertens has this statement on their website:
https://www.gertens.com/learn/jumping-worms
https://extension.umn.edu/identify-invasive-species/jumping-worms
For instance, Gertens has this statement on their website:
https://www.gertens.com/learn/jumping-worms
