Fox Farms and Perlite
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doc111
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You don't really need to put perlite in FF soils. You can but I wouldn't recommend using too much because the soil will dry out really fast once the roots get established.
Johnboh
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the more perlite the better just dont go over 50/50
the more air allowed to your soil the better.
cannabis loves to dry out and get watered.
loves alot of air to the roots.
why worry about having to water your plants often? the more they dry out and the more you add fresh water is alot better than having water sit in soil and go stagnant.
the more air allowed to your soil the better.
cannabis loves to dry out and get watered.
loves alot of air to the roots.
why worry about having to water your plants often? the more they dry out and the more you add fresh water is alot better than having water sit in soil and go stagnant.
doc111
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I've been using FF soils straight outta the bag for my last 3 grows. Never had a problem with root rot or stagnant water. For me watering can be a pain in the butt 'cause I have to get water from the store. If you don't mind watering all the time though go ahead and cut it with perlite.
Johnboh
Active Member
Just because you have never had a problem, doesnt mean that there isnt room for improvement.
Perlite is ph neutral, it also has a slight water retension level as well. It does wonders for added airflow and creating air pockets in the soil.
More air = more root growth = more flower production
Perlite is ph neutral, it also has a slight water retension level as well. It does wonders for added airflow and creating air pockets in the soil.
More air = more root growth = more flower production
I think stagnate water is a problem I am experiencing. I will try adding perlte to the soil mix.
doc111
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If it ain't broke don't fix it.