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Premium Organic Vermicompost | Organic Fertilizer (1 Kg)
Premium Organic Vermicompost | Organic Fertilizer (1 Kg) Original price was: ₹199.00.Current price is: ₹179.00.

Premium Vermicompost | Soil Manure for Gardening (5 kg)

399.00

  • Organic & 100% Natural

  • Made from Pure Cow Dung – No Chemicals

  • Improves Soil Structure & Moisture Retention

  • Boosts Germination and Root Development

  • Ideal for All Plants – Indoor, Outdoor, Pots & Vegetables

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Description

Farmers Basics Premium Organic Vermicompost 5kg is the complete nutrition solution for serious terrace gardeners, kitchen gardeners, and home farmers. Pure cow dung worm castings with high natural NPK, billions of beneficial microbes, and zero chemicals — at ₹79.8/kg, the best value organic fertilizer for home gardens in India.

5kg vs 1kg: ₹79.8/kg vs ₹199/kg — 60% better value. Same quality, smarter quantity.
⭐ Best Value Pack

🪱 Pure Worm Castings
🐄 Cow Dung Based
🏠 Terrace Garden
🥗 Kitchen Garden
💚 60% Better Value/kg
🚫 Zero Chemicals

5kgTotal Organic Matter
₹79.8Per Kg
20+Pots Fed Monthly
4–6Month Supply

Why Serious Gardeners Choose the 5kg Pack

The 5kg pack is designed for gardeners who have committed to organic gardening as a practice — not just a one-time experiment. If you have 10 or more pots, a terrace raised bed, a kitchen garden, or grow bags for vegetables, 1kg will run out in weeks and require constant reordering. The 5kg gives you 4–6 months of consistent nutrition for a complete home garden, at 60% better value per kilogram.

Vermicompost vs Chemical Fertilizer — The Complete Comparison

Factor Farmers Basics Vermicompost Chemical NPK Fertilizer
Nutrient release ✅ Slow-release over weeks — consistent, no burns ❌ Rapid soluble release — high risk of root burn
Soil microbiology ✅ Billions of beneficial microbes — builds living soil ❌ Kills beneficial microbes with salt accumulation
Long-term soil health ✅ Improves soil structure progressively over time ❌ Degrades soil structure — creates dependency
Safe for food crops ✅ 100% safe — used in certified organic farming ❌ Chemical residue risk in vegetables
Safe for children and pets ✅ Completely safe — natural organic matter ❌ Toxic if ingested — keep away from children
Effect on earthworms ✅ Attracts earthworms — increases natural soil aeration ❌ Toxic to earthworms — destroys natural soil ecology
Water retention improvement ✅ Significantly improves soil water holding capacity ❌ No benefit to water retention
Odour ✅ Earthy, soil-like — suitable for indoor use ❌ Strong chemical smell
Environmental impact ✅ Biodegradable, sustainable, no water pollution ❌ Causes soil acidification, water runoff pollution
Cost over time ✅ Builds soil — reduces need for fertilizer over years ❌ Creates dependency — increasing doses needed

Terrace Garden & Kitchen Garden — Complete Application Guide

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Terrace Garden (Pots & Grow Bags)

  • New pot setup: Mix 20–25% vermicompost into potting media (vermicompost + cocopeat + garden soil)
  • Established pots: Top-dress 100–200g per pot monthly, water in immediately
  • Grow bags (12L+): Add 300–400g monthly as top-dress or work into top 5cm
  • Raised terrace beds: Apply 2–3 handfuls per square foot every 6 weeks, fork lightly into top layer
  • Before monsoon: Apply a generous layer as top-dress — rain will slowly work nutrients into soil

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Kitchen Garden (Vegetables & Herbs)

  • Seed sowing: 10–15% vermicompost in seed mix — just enough to give seedlings a nutritional head start
  • Transplanting: Add 1–2 handfuls to transplant hole before placing plant
  • Vegetables mid-season: Side-dress 150–200g per plant at first flower — phosphorus supports fruiting
  • Leafy greens: 100g top-dress every 3 weeks — nitrogen supports rapid leaf growth
  • Herbs: 50–80g monthly — vermicompost’s microbes intensify herb flavour and aroma compounds

Seasonal Use Guide — India

Season Application Timing Specific Guidance
🌸 Spring (Feb–Mar) Start of growing season Apply generous base dose when repotting or starting new season. This builds the soil microbial base for the year ahead.
☀️ Summer (Apr–Jun) Every 3–4 weeks Vermicompost improves water retention significantly — critical in Indian summer heat. Apply and water deeply. Mulch over vermicompost to reduce evaporation.
🌧️ Monsoon (Jul–Sep) Before rains begin, then once mid-monsoon Apply before monsoon as heavy rain will work nutrients in slowly. Avoid applying during peak rain — nutrients may leach. Side-dress near stems, away from surface.
🍂 Post-Monsoon (Oct–Nov) Every 4–5 weeks Best time for flowering plants and fruiting vegetables. Excellent season for bulb crops and winter vegetables. Apply before Diwali planting season.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Jan) Every 6–8 weeks Plant metabolism slows — reduce frequency but don’t stop. Winter vegetables (peas, beans, leafy greens) actively need nutrition. Cold temperatures slow microbial action but don’t stop it.
5kg best practice: Store the unused portion in the sealed bag or transfer to an airtight container in a cool, shaded area. Avoid direct sunlight which can dry and heat the compost, reducing microbial activity. Moisture content should feel like a wrung-out sponge — not dry, not soggy. Properly stored, 5kg lasts 4–6 months without any degradation in quality.

📦 Pack Details — 5kg Vermicompost

Net Weight
5 kg
Price Per Kg
₹79.8/kg
Pots Served
20+ pots/month
Best For
Terrace + Kitchen Garden
Supply Duration
4–6 Months
Certification
Chemical-Free Verified

Frequently Asked Questions

How much of the 5kg will I use per month?
For a terrace garden of 15–20 medium pots, expect to use approximately 1–1.5kg per month with monthly top-dressing. For a kitchen garden with 5–8 large grow bags for vegetables plus 10 smaller pots, expect to use 1.5–2kg per month during active growing season. The 5kg therefore gives 3–5 months of supply for a typical urban terrace or kitchen garden — making it the most economical choice for regular gardeners.

Can vermicompost be used with other organic fertilizers?
Yes — vermicompost combines excellently with other organic fertilizers. Popular combinations: Vermicompost + neem cake (neem cake adds pest control and additional nitrogen). Vermicompost + banana peel powder (potassium boost for flowering and fruiting). Vermicompost + onion peel liquid (sulphur and potassium). Vermicompost + wood ash (calcium and potassium). Avoid combining vermicompost with chemical/synthetic fertilizers as the salt content of chemical fertilizers can harm the beneficial microorganisms in vermicompost.

Is 5kg vermicompost enough for a full terrace garden?
For a typical Indian terrace garden of 200–400 square feet with 20–30 pots and 3–5 grow bags, 5kg provides approximately 4–5 months of monthly top-dressing at standard application rates. For a larger setup or raised bed terrace farming, you may use 5kg every 2–3 months. For smaller balcony gardens with under 10 pots, the 1kg pack (₹199) may actually be more practical — it is enough for 2–3 months of care without the storage of a larger bag.

Can I use this for organic vegetable farming on my terrace?
Absolutely — this is one of the most common use cases for our 5kg vermicompost. Terrace vegetable farming for tomatoes, brinjal, chillies, capsicum, leafy greens, herbs, and even cucumbers and bottle gourds in large grow bags. Vermicompost is the preferred fertilizer for organic vegetables precisely because it is safe for consumption, provides complete nutrition, and progressively improves the growing medium over multiple growing cycles. Your second crop in the same grow bag will typically perform even better than the first.

Why choose Farmers Basics over other vermicompost brands?
Three reasons: First, sourcing — our vermicompost is made from pure cow dung through a controlled vermicomposting process, not a mix of municipal waste or undefined organic matter that some cheap brands use. Second, moisture content — we process to the correct moisture level (a wrung-out sponge feel) so the microbial content is alive and active when it reaches you. Over-dried vermicompost has reduced microbial activity. Third, price — at ₹399 for 5kg (₹79.8/kg), we offer genuine quality at a price that makes consistent organic gardening economically realistic for Indian home gardeners.

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Additional information
Weight 5 kg
Dimensions 32 × 28 × 4 cm
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Order Processing Time

  • Dispatch: All orders are processed and dispatched within [1-2] business days.
  • Operating Days: Orders are processed Monday through Saturday. Orders placed on Sundays or public holidays will be dispatched on the next business day.

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We offer pan-India shipping to ensure you get your natural essentials wherever you are.

  • Standard Delivery: Expected delivery within [3 to 7] business days, depending on your location.

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Quality is our priority. Whether you are ordering our turmeric powder, premium seeds, moringa, or vermicompost, all items are packed securely to maintain freshness, prevent spills, and protect against weather conditions during transit.

Damaged or Incorrect Items

We take the utmost care in packing your orders. However, if you receive a damaged, defective, or incorrect item, please reach out to us within [48 hours] of delivery. You can email us at info@farmersbasics.com with a clear photo of the product and your order number, and we will arrange a replacement or refund immediately.