perlite-In horticulture it makes composts more open to air, while still having good water-retention properties; it makes a good medium for hydroponicsok im confused i cant rember wich one does which is it vemiculite = more airation and less water retainshion and perlite = water retaintion loose soil??? plz inform a n00b lols
thanks, do you have any links to DIY cloning etc? I have the root hormone stuffI use a mix of 1/3 each - neutral soil, perlite & vermiculite. I use the same mix for the whole process. It has worked well for me.
I have always used both with 100% success. I mix it 50/50 and wet it with an olivias mixture. Water from top as needed, and spray the foilage 1-2 times a day.FDD said straight perlite. Why not both, since they offer different qualities. I use soil mixed with both & a lot of other shit. My chose, straight perlite. Don't let it dry out.
I think perlite can also help with stagnation, helping prevent mold. Different strokes for different folks.Vermiculite is best for cutting I have experienced. Never tried perlite as it's more for bringing AIR to the roots and AIR kills your cuttings.
i know old thread but wanted to put down my experience