[IBC] Vermiculite
In a message dated 5/22/05 12:06:08 AM, Billy writes:
Our soils contain organic elements that break down as well as inorganics such as perlite and vermiculite that break down. I never heard of perlite breaking down. It is an air-popped volcanic rock & stays for years. I wouldn't use it in bonsai soil because it floats to the surface, but many people find it useful. Vermiculite does break down. It turns to mush in short order. I would never use it in bonsai soil, but I imagine some people find it appropriate. For an absorbent inorganic component, I would prefer Turface, Haydite, or flourite. Iris ************************************************** ****************************** ++++Sponsored, in part, by Kevin Bailey++++ ************************************************** ****************************** -- The IBC HOME PAGE & FAQ: http://www.internetbonsaiclub.org/ -- +++++ Questions? Help? e-mail +++++ |
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