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Author Question: Is coarse sand or fine sand recommended for use in potting media? What will be an ideal ... (Read 58 times)

Jkov05

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Is coarse sand or fine sand recommended for use in potting media?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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How can you identify vermiculite in a potting medium, and what special properties does it have?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Coarse sand, because the pore spaces are larger and promote rapid through drainage

Answer to Question 2

It is silvery-brown and lightweight with a spongy feel. It functions as a coarse aggregate but also holds water and nutrients.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Gracias!

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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