01-03-2007, 02:22 PM
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Originally Posted by xscd
The fact that the PrimeAgra leca (lightweight expanded clay aggregate) has a tendency to look dry very quickly or soon at its top surface. Both of these things make me tend to be a little too inclined to add water.
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Well, thats the beauty of Semi Hydro. So long as it is done correctly, and there are two or more overflow holes near the base of the pot, you can't over water. You might, convievably, never allow it to dry but you would have to water every five minutes. In anycase, if done correctly, the roots of any plant in S/H will always have access to water, but also to lots of air for proper gas exchange to occur in roots. So unless you are intent on smothering them with watery affection, you can't overwater.
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