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Old 01-27-2009, 07:42 PM
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My very first experiments in what led to semi-hydroponics was with perlite. The trouble is that it is quite friable, so over time a sludge will form at the bottom of the pot that suffocates the roots.
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My very first experiments in what led to semi-hydroponics was with perlite. The trouble is that it is quite friable, so over time a sludge will form at the bottom of the pot that suffocates the roots.
Yes it's better to use normal pots with a saucer of water with perlite.
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