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Pumice a real soil rejuvenater
The roots of plants are living organisms requiring a continual supply of oxygen, the introduction of air into the soil even though it is wet is very important. Likewise, roots are constantly releasing carbon dioxide, which must be removed from the root zone. Plants require that these gases be supplied or exhausted via soil pores. Thus, a good soil must be porous to permit the exchange of gases while also adequately retaining water to meet the needs of the plant. Additionally, the plant must obtain more than a dozen elements from the soil for its growth.
With the addition of as little as 10% pumice in potting media and garden soils you will experience the following advantages:
- Increases bulk density of potting mixes
- The porous nature of pumice allows it to hold vital nutrients in the microscopic surface pores, which helps regulate fertilizer feedings. It can even be supercharged with nutrients before it is added to the growing medium.
- Excellent conditioner for soils that need increased aeration and drainage.
- Loosens the density of heavy clay garden soils, letting in the air and water plants need.
- Holds moisture in the soil, reducing watering requirements by as much as 35%
- Pumice is inorganic, so it will not decompose or compact over time, meaning it functions continuously and can be recycled and reused.
- Does not attract or host fungi, nematodes, or insects
- Pumice is pH neutral.
- Packing medium for storing tubers, roots and bulbs
Lawn and Turf management. Used both in preparing a quality seed bed for new turf areas as well as a top dressing after airification on heavily-trafficked lawns or greens to restore or maintain proper soil structure.
Mulches Coarse-grind pumice makes an excellent and attractive mulch for flower and shrubbery beds. The soil beneath the mulch stays moist longer and is less likely to compact from watering. Weed problems are minimized with a couple of inches of pumice mulch. It does not break down, so does not need to be replaced.
Composting Pumice is a great bedding additive to your worm composter. It adds additional air space, prevents matting, and helps to control moisture
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