Vermiculite FINE grade (1-3mm)
Vermiculite is a naturally occurring material that is used widely in most gardening, seeding and nursery applications.
Vermiculite is a lightweight, non-toxic material that has a high surface area that easily absorbs nutrients for plants and will slowly release these nutrients as the plant needs them which promotes faster and healthier growth.
Vermiculite holds moisture very well and extends time between watering, thus reducing water wastage. This makes it an excellent addition to sandy or poor soils.
Vermiculite assists in seed germination. Covering seeds with a thin layer of vermiculite can improve germination rates by retaining moisture at the surface, insulating, reducing evaporation, and especially effective with seeds requiring light to germinate.
Vermiculite is an important component in substrates used for growing orchids and mushrooms and is also used for storage of bulbs.
Vermiculite is Great value for money and is safe, reliable and easy to use.
A 50/50 mix of vermiculite and perlite is a very popular medium for drip type hydroponic systems as well as ebb and flow systems.
Vermiculite is great as a reptile incubation medium or for use with invertebrates
Disclaimer:
All bags are 2.5 Litre and 5 Litre when filled at time of packaging.
Settlement may occur.
