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Re: sqft: Happy T-Day/vermiculite

Holly,

Yes.  You can substitute perlite for vermiculite too.  In fact it makes up
about 1/3 of Mel's perfect soil mix.  Now where to find it is the key.  It's
rather expensive if you buy it at the mass marketers (Wal-Mart, etc.).  Find
a bulk seed store, use the phone, they should have it or be able to get it.
 I get 4 cuft bag of course vermiculite for about $13.00.  I made two blocks
using perlite, can't tell any difference.

It's purpose is to hold moisture in the soil.  Ever notice the little white
specs in the soil when you buy a plant?  That's perlite.

Ed in SW Illinois
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