Gro-Sure Vermiculite, 10 L

I have a large reptile and tropical invert room, vermiculite is crucial as a substrate when breeding and raising crickets, as well as for helping to hold humidity for my plants, and substrates for creatures that require a high humidity - particularly thro the summer months when it can be a task when maintaining over 300 animals.This is a great quality product, great value for money and arrived the following day. I appreciate the smaller sized pieces, it is visually more attractive and goes further when using it for cricket substrate.

There are several grades of this material that are generally available and this is fine enough to rate as medium-fine. The product previously purchased from a different source is considerably grittier than is this and classified by the seller as 'medium'. A useful product that has a variety of uses in the garden, in the greenhouse or even with indoor or patio plants. It can be used alone for the germination of seeds and with some cuttings; it will absorb moisture and nutrients and release them slowly over time. It is also sometimes used by those who rely upon hydroponics as a substrate for the roots to bed into.Mixed with a well-rotted compost and coir (coconut fibre) in certain proportions, it becomes an excellent growing medium that is almost impossible to over-water, drains well, and contains sufficient potential nutrients to grow on many plants. I have had considerable success with cuttings of various different plants planted into this mixture, some quite woody but others have been semi-hard or soft. Rooting seems to be quite quick, 7-10 days in some instances, but always within 2-3 weeks and with fewer that had failed to take than with a traditional peat-based alternative. I cannot claim 100% but it is around 80-90% successful, which is a significant improvement on about 30-40% with peat alone.It can also be used in the garden, mixed with existing soil to improve aeration and drainage. Add a well-rotted compost as well and it becomes a soil improver especially where the soil is mostly clay, although I have only tried it with small patches. Some suggest that it can be spread around those plants that are most susceptible to snail or slug attacks to help protect them as an alternative to sharp sand or rough gravel.Extremely light-weight, of completely natural origin and safe to handle and use, it is inexpensive and worthwhile for any gardener to have available.

good for seedlings much lighter than compost

Nice, as described

I recently purchased the Gro-Sure Vermiculite, 10 L for my garden, and I am incredibly pleased with it! This vermiculite is lightweight, easy to mix with compost or potting soil, and helps retain moisture in the soil, which is perfect for seed starting. It also improves aeration, ensuring my plants have the right balance of moisture and oxygen for healthy growth.I have just used it (March) to start some vegetable seeds, and the results have been fantastic. It creates a great environment for seeds to sprout without them becoming waterlogged. Plus, it's easy to handle and doesn’t get too dusty, which is a bonus. The mix of compost and Vermiculite has given my tomatoes and lupin seeds a great start.I also added it to my garden soil to improve drainage, especially for some of my more sensitive plants, and I’ve noticed a significant improvement in plant health.The 10 L size is ideal for smaller to medium-sized projects, and it goes a long way. Great value for the price, and I would definitely recommend it to fellow gardeners looking to enhance their soil or start seeds with ease.

Bought whilst on offer, so great value for money. I use for added drainage in pots.

Excellent for keeping the compost open for free drainage.

Great quality and fine rain size makes it ideal for planting seeds