Vermiculite is widely used for growing plants as a soil amendment and when mixed with the soil. It improves heavy soil by providing better drainage and aeration and preventing soil compaction. Being considered as a permanent soil conditioner, vermiculite for plants lasts much longer than other common soil conditioners. Vermiculite is Greate for Seed Starting…
Vermiculite and perlite look similar and both retain moisture and both provide aeration for the roots of plants, however, they are indeed different. Let’s see what’s the difference between vermiculite and perlite. What is Vermiculite? Vermiculite is an aluminum silicate, it is mined out of the ground and then heated and expanded into a soil…
Start Seeds in Vermiculite Planting seeds in vermiculite is one of the best tips to start your seeds. It is a good method that can be used to make seed starting mix at home, outdoor planting, and hydroponics. You can use the horticultural grade vermiculite as an ingredient in the soil mix to improve soil…
Vermiculite for Mushrooms Vermiculite is a natural mica mineral for growing mushrooms. It can be used as part of your substrate, to provide micro-nutrients and aerate bulk substrates to promote faster colonization and larger flushes. Horticultural Grade Vermiculite is perfect as a soil additive or as an ingredient in mushroom substrate causing as well as…
Expanded Vermiculite Soil Amendment Horticultural grade vermiculite. Ideal soil amendment to increase the water and nutrient holding capacity of the soil. Expanded vermiculite for gardening helps to regulate consistent soil moisture throughout the day while helping nutrient retention against runoff and evaporation. Vermiculite aerates the soil and can be used to treat compacted soil or…
Horticultural Vermiculite Horticultural Vermiculite for gardening is ideal for seed starting & plant propagation. It provides superb aeration and moisture retention when mixed with peat, bark, or compost. It enhances water retention, binds nutrients, and facilitates nutrient exchange. Vermiculite is used as a soil amendment to promote better aeration & root growth or as a…
