How experienced gardeners use vermiculite: subtleties that many do not know about

17.03.2024 15:02

We are accustomed to the fact that vermiculite is usually used only to create comfortable conditions for the development of indoor plants.

But the potential of the product is much broader.

As it turns out, vermiculite can be safely used in the country, says Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication BelNovosti, a landscape designer and agronomist.

What are the benefits of the product?

You will reduce the amount of watering

Sometimes it is difficult for us to organize regular watering during the summer season, since we cannot constantly work in the garden. In this case, vermiculite will come to the rescue.

It is famous for its excellent water retention.

a plant
Photo: © Belnovosti

Acidity indices

Few people know that the usual use of vermiculite can reduce soil acidity levels without any additional action.

Structure

If you don’t want to spend time constantly loosening the soil, then you should use vermiculite: the soil will be high-quality and loose.

Previously, we talked about what plants you need to plant in your dacha to protect yourself from mice .

Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor
 
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert / Belnovosti

Content
  1. What are the benefits of the product?
  2. You will reduce the amount of watering
  3. Acidity indices
  4. Structure