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6-Jun-2007
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LECA anyone?
There's an expanded clay product by this name suggested for terrarium substrate because it provides good root aeration.
Anybody use it and with what success? Here's a site: http://www.azdr.com/ProductDetails....ductCode=LECA10 I'm not promoting it, never have used it, looking for knowledge.
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6-Jun-2007
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I'm not sure if this ends up being another name for haydite soil conditioner. It appears to be expanded shale. Most important thing to check would be particle size.
Jorge
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I use LECA and it is imo a very good bonsai soil - very fast draining. Be sure to fertilise well and the top layer 'looks' dry - just test the layer underneath to see if it needs watering again.
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7-Jun-2007
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Illusive Bonsai
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Hi
Ive been using LECA for two years now, and it is a great soil for plants that need good root aeration and excellenenet drainage. Trident maples love it, so does ficus, juniper and Chinese elm. Only thing is I cant seem to find small partilcle sizes, so it is used primarily on pre-bonsai along with some soil mixed in, or in my regular bonsai as a drainage layer at the bottom. Down side is it requires more frequent watering, and regular fertilizing since it is completely non-organic, and thus it is a kind of hydroponics.. I hope this helps..
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