I don't think so Bill, they're pretty different animals. You should be able
to find seedling orchid bark...? That is fir bark.

David J. Bockman, Fairfax, VA (USDA Hardiness Zone 7)
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-----Original Message-----
From: Internet Bonsai Club ]On Behalf
Of Bill Neff
Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2003 2:03 PM
To:
Subject: [IBC] Soil ingredient


While getting ready for the annual potting binge I've discovered
that my source of composted fir bark is no more. Lowes & Home
Depot aren't even carrying it anymore. The local nurseries only
have bark mulch for landscaping not soil amendment. I have
Turface and chicken grit and Haydite. In the past I've used
haydite, bark & grit. Can I substitute the Turface for the bark?
Thanks

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