{"product_id":"perlite","title":"Perlite","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePerlite\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eVermiculite added to the garden or vermiculite in potting soil increases water and nutrient retention and aerates the soil, resulting in healthier, more robust plants. Perlite may also be found in potting soils, but vermiculite is far superior for water retention. Vermiculite, although less aerating than perlite, is the amendment of choice for water-loving plants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Read more at Gardening Know How: What Is Vermiculite: Tips On Using Vermiculite Growing Medium \u003cp\u003ehttps:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/garden-how-to\/soil-fertilizers\/vermiculite-growing-medium.htm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is perlite?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerlite is a naturally occurring volcanic rock, which is fired in furnaces to produce lightweight porous cinders. It is exemplary for increasing aeration in compost\/soil an also excellent for moisture retention and drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBenefits\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\nBy mixing the fine lightweight particles with your soil\/compost, you will benefit from:\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved drainage and aeration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease of water retention and absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStimulated growth of health, strong roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to use perlite\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo minimise dust when using, we recommend dampening the perlite initially. As a rough guide, if using the full bag, add approximately 1 litre of water into the bag and allow to sit for several minutes to permit soakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRooting cuttings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor leaf cuttings and soft stem plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e use an equal mixture by volume of perlite with compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor harder cuttings and more fragile plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e use 2 parts perlite to 1 parts compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep well watered ensuring that the pot can drain well at all times. Once roots begin to appear, pot-on into compost, or a compost\/perlite mix. Adding perlite at this stage will help to speed up further rooting and also greatly reduces any risk of root disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Bag \/ 10L","offer_id":48737111113985,"sku":"ZNV0D 6801409081378","price":8.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/1540\/4801\/files\/IMG_4012.jpg?v=1777971073","url":"https:\/\/futureforests-us.com\/products\/perlite","provider":"Future-Forests","version":"1.0","type":"link"}