ElNass

@ElNass, thank you for the info that really helps alot!

@shwable, From my research and personal experience, I’ve learned that creating a truly efficient micro-ecosystem requires a large volume of soil. However, this comes with a major challenge: irrigation. The real game-changer for me was purchasing a soil water potential sensor (around €100, but absolutely worth it). Since then, I’ve had no more irrigation issues—aside from my own laziness! The sensor tells you exactly when to water and when not to, leading to a huge improvement in plant health and in the entire ecosystem, including the worms. Another key discovery was using red Californian worms, which are the best at producing humus directly in the pot. You don’t need many, as they reproduce on their own and adjust their population based on the available space. Adding too many can actually cause them to migrate away. Finally, introducing cover crops turned out to be an excellent move. Not only do they help keep the soil moist, but I would cut them down every couple of weeks and leave the chopped matter on the surface—providing valuable food for both the plant and the worms.