ProMix Vermiculite 9L Resealable Bag

Vermiculite is a versatile, multi-function ingredient for the home gardener. It can be used as part of a seed starting mix, as an ingredient for homemade potting soil mixes, to loosen heavy soils and prevent compaction, to aerate soils, promote root growth, root plant cuttings, store bulbs, improve soil moisture retention, and more.

When used in containers and gardens, vermiculite creates air channels to allow soil to breathe, which promotes vigorous plant growth. Sandy soils can be improved by adding vermiculite to hold water and air, and clay soils can be improved by adding vermiculite to loosen and lighten the weight of soil.

Ingredients: vermiculite

Directions for use in seeding trays: 1. Mix 1 part of vermiculite with 1 part of moistened Premier Peat Moss. Add Vermiculite and peat moss mixutre to a seeding tray 2. Sow seeds according to seed packet directions 3. Gently water after sowing 4. Put seeding trays in a suitable place for germination

Direction for bulb storage in winter: Place vermiculite in a clean container. Bury bulbs throughout. Place in a cool, dark area about 7 to 13 C and away from moisture.

VERMICULITE is a lightweight expanded micaceous mineral that can be used in organic gardening for seed starting mixes, container gardens, raised beds, directly in the ground, and more
When mixed with soil, it increases aeration and drainage which helps root development. Use this all natural, 100% vermiculite to improve heavy soils and prevent compaction
Vermiculite is excellent at holding and retaining moisture, which means less watering and healthier, more even plant growth when mixed in containers, raised beds, flower pots, and even flat earth gardens
When used as part of a growing medium for starting seeds and rooting plant cuttings, vermiculite is used by professionals and hobby gardeners alike
Packaged in a convenient recloseable bag, this 9L (9.5 quart) bag is perfect for home gardeners. Vermiculite can also be used for bulb storage during winter.