Zeolite In Bonsai Soil Mix

Ashbarns9999

Zeolite is an inorganic porous material with a highly regular structure that allows some molecules to pass through and causes others to be excluded or broken down. In other words zeolite rids the mix of harmful substances i.e. ammonia and retains the good guys i.e. minerals and nutrients. I have used this material for years and have confidence in it's properties. I know of gardeners who spread zeolite around shrubs and plants inground to great benefit. So i guess you could call this a type of soil conditioner.

Different species of trees in pots require soil mixes relevant to the species needs. Personally i use, along with the zeolite, 1/4 minus granite as my catalysts for balance in the mix. The granite having a rough surface assists in holding the good minerals and nutrients for a longer period whilst providing the free draining environment required for healthy bonsai.

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