So, I went to Menards and got a 5-gallon food grade plastic bucket and a lid. They said they had food grade lids but, as usual, they didn't. I don't think the lid is that big of a deal and actually, you watch Youtube videos and they seldom say bucket needs to be food grade.
I drilled 1/2" holes in the sides in a 3-2-3-2 pattern.
Why? I don't know. It sounded cool.
I went the entire way around the bucket and then drilled holes in the bottom for drainage. Still used 1/2" bit and went in a circle. One row and I drilled a hole in the center.
I put it in the hole and filled up the sides with dirt. Then added maybe a 1" layer of shredded paper at the bottom of the bucket. It's good bedding.
I filled up the bucket not quite halfway with topsoil with peat moss. Peat moss is supposed to be what worms like, but I know some areas don't have much available. Just use topsoil but not potting soil. Wet everything down. Don't worry if you think you put too much water in. It will drain.
I added my kitchen scraps and mixed in a little more topsoil. Now I wait. My worms are supposed to arrive tomorrow. I'll update you.
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