Perlite Underneath soil?

ControlledEnviorment

Active Member
if perlite is used for aeration and drainage would it be beneficial to my plants to line the bottom of the pots with say half inch of perlite to help with drainage? i know there's probably other things i could use but i have extra perlite around here it seems like it would work, any one have any thoughts? my only flaw would be it would spill out the holes on the bottom of the pots but im sure i could get some kind of netting to hold it in. what are your thoughts?
 

bkbbudz

New Member
Not a bad idea. It could also be a help in preventing critters. Just make sure you have plenty mixed in your medium as well.
 
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