The downside, there always is one, is that the cast creates bumps in the turf which, when flattened by the mower are unsightly and a great place for weed seeds to settle and germinate. The point being, a lawn with worms is much healthier and will have fewer problems than a lawn without worms. They also ‘plug’ their holes with leaves and twigs which can create an unusual landscape with upright leaves sticking up all over the lawn. This benefits the soil and lawn by increasing organic breakdown, improving aeration and fertility. These casts are waste soil that has passed through the worm as it moves around. There are about 27 species of worms in the UK but only three create worm casts at the surface of your lawn.
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