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Volcanic rock?
Sponge rock was actually the first medium I experimented with, and I found
that it slowly crumbles over time, forming an air-clogging gunk that suffocates roots. -- Ray Barkalow - First Rays Orchids - www.firstrays.com Plants, Supplies. Books, Artwork, and lots of Free Info! "Mark_OK" wrote in message ... "Ray B" wrote in message news:Va24j.882$xB.22@trndny06... You've already identified the problem with gravel - it doesn't hold water. If you can keep up with the watering schedule, it should be fine. Do you think adding some sponge rock would help? I got my LECA and s/h pots from your store. What pots I couldn't retrieve the spilled LECA to fill, I used gravel. I also am trying clay pots that I sealed the drainage hole and drilled holes imitating the s/h pots. Some of the terra cotta pots I painted to help retain water. I'm starting to wonder if I will ever find a solution that satisfies me and the plants. I should have started this hobby when I was younger : |
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