Earthworms are important helpers in the garden - so you can support the animals. A third of the earthworm species native to Germany are now on the red list of threatened species.

With a few simple measures, as a hobby gardener you cansupport the beneficial insects and ensure that the animals feel comfortable in the home garden. The best known are the compost worm (Eisenia fetida) and the dew worm (Lumbricus terrestris) The small animals, just a few centimeters long, bring a lot of advantages for hobby gardeners.