Vermiculite (Pokon) 6 liters

Give your cannabis plants the perfect start with Pokon vermiculite. Vermiculite is a natural rock that transforms into light and fertile material through heating. Ideal for cannabis plants, as it retains water and nutrients.

• Aerate and make your soil breathable
• Retains moisture
• Prevents overwatering through proper drainage
• RHP quality certification

Biological and RHP certified. The ultimate mark for a guaranteed clean soil. The RHP certification ensures quality from raw material to delivery, providing a risk-free and successful cultivation. RHP is synonymous with high standards for water absorption, air content, and nutrients.

Using Vermiculite in Cannabis Cultivation

Vermiculite is an essential component in cannabis cultivation soil, as it improves soil structure and effectively retains moisture. It also creates a more aerated soil, reducing the risk of overwatering and providing roots with more oxygen, contributing to healthy and robust cannabis plant growth.

In cannabis cultivation, 1 part vermiculite is often mixed with 3 parts potting soil or garden soil to create an optimal growth environment. It helps regulate soil temperature and protects the roots from temperature fluctuations. This is especially important in the early growth stages of cannabis, where a stable environment is crucial for the development of strong and healthy seedlings.

100% natural and suitable for organic cannabis cultivation.

For potting mix: Mix 1 part vermiculite with 3 parts potting soil for an optimal growth environment.

Using Vermiculite in Mushroom Cultivation

Vermiculite plays a crucial role in mushroom cultivation as part of the substrate. It helps create a lightweight and moisture-retaining environment, which is essential for the growth of mycelium. Vermiculite ensures good water retention, keeping the substrate moist, a key factor for successful mushroom growth rich in psilocybin.

In addition, mushroom growers often use vermiculite as a top layer in cultivation trays to retain moisture and create a microclimate conducive to fruiting body formation. This layer also helps protect the mycelium from drying out and unwanted contamination while ensuring even humidity, which is essential for the fruiting and development of mushrooms.

Optimal Mushroom Substrate

• Perlite: Approximately 1 part. Use as a bottom layer for moisture retention and aeration.
• Vermiculite: Approximately 2 parts. Provides aeration and moisture retention.
• Brown rice flour: Approximately 1 part. Serves as a food source for the mushrooms. Mix well with the vermiculite.
• Water: Enough to moisten the mixture of vermiculite and rice flour, but not soaking wet.

When cultivating mushrooms, ensure that all components are sterile (boil in a pressure cooker for one hour).

Packaging

6-liter bag. Weight: 562 grams

About Pokon

Since 1929, a trusted name in every household, with a rich history and an extensive range for all gardening enthusiasts. From grass seeds to potting soil, Pokon stands for quality and innovation in plant care.