Soilmoist
- Subject: [sibrob] Soilmoist
- From: K* W*
- Date: Mon, 13 May 2002 08:29:14 -0400
Hello folks,
Does anyone else out there have experience with this product, or similar
ones? This is the polymer material that looks like kosher salt, and
expands as it gets wet. It acts as a buffer against dry conditions. I
have used it with new divisions and seedlings for several years, and I
really think it helps. There is less worry about watering as they get
established. I mix it with the soil that will be the mound at the bottom
of the planting hole. I have dug plants after three or more years and
found the expanded crystals clinging to the roots, so it doesn't break down
too fast.
I have read, or heard, that there are potential drawbacks to using the
stuff, but I don't know of any. Except you have to be careful not to use
too much; a teaspoon is about right. Anybody out there know more than I do?
Ken Walkup, in central NY State, where it is raining & I still haven't
seen any bloom on SDBs.
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