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why?

#365243 - 08/02/01 12:58 AM (23 years, 7 months ago)

i want to know why it is better to also add a small layer of verm to the bottom of the casing? i guess it would give it more miosture, but is it that much of an improvement? just curious

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Re: why?

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#365248 - 08/02/01 01:01 AM (23 years, 7 months ago)

what i heard about it is that it will absorb excess water and release it back into
the soil as needed

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Re: why?

[Re: aluminum_can]
#365252 - 08/02/01 01:10 AM (23 years, 7 months ago)

Koo Koo Ka Choo.

It is not really necessary, but it is helpful. It absorbs any excess moisture to avoid water logging the substrate. Perlite works better.

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