Organic Perlite
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leatherback
The Treedeemer
isn't perlite a mineral / vulcanic substance? So non-organic?
penumbra
Imperial Masterpiece
A naturally occurring substance is considered organic be growers unless contaminated by man made products. Rocks therefore organic but the bag it goes in, no.
Notsureaboutplantnames
Yamadori
Perlite #4 is quite large. I used it successfully growing strawberries in a NFT system.
Sorry, I should have been more specific with pictures and an explanation. I understand that perlite that people have used for so long is not organic. I was referring to a product they call organic perlite, and I don't see why they would call it that. Here is a link to Amazon where it is advertised.
shohin_branches
Omono
Something is organic if it contains carbon. The agricultural definition is more of a marketing gimmick.
Bonsai Nut
Nuttier than your average Nut
Because the sellers and/or buyers don't understand the meaning of the term. They should say "Perlite for Organic Gardening" or something similar, because "Organic Perlite" is incorrect. If you really wanted to blow their minds, come out with a product called "Inorganic Perlite for Organic Gardening"
Shibui
Imperial Masterpiece
That is almost certainly standard perlite being marketed as 'organic'. Not sure whether the price is higher to take advantage of gullible buyers? Interesting to see they market 'organic' perlite as suitable for hydroponics which is usually anything but 'organic'.
Perlite is made by superheating damp clay balls so that the water turns to steam and puffs the balls up as they get fired to stone. Nothing but clay, water and heat. In essence, similar process by which pumice is formed but pumice happens near volcanoes instead of a kiln.
Perlite is made by superheating damp clay balls so that the water turns to steam and puffs the balls up as they get fired to stone. Nothing but clay, water and heat. In essence, similar process by which pumice is formed but pumice happens near volcanoes instead of a kiln.
I see no one appreciated the pun. FINE!
Wires_Guy_wires
Imperial Masterpiece
I DID BUT I FORGOT TO RESPOND. I also get the "if it's not coarse, than fine" and I'm ashamed I cannot think of a nice word pum micelf!
Not that it helps, it's probably too litter, too lite.
Bonsai Nut
Nuttier than your average Nut
leatherback
The Treedeemer
just took it as a typo
Wow you win the prize, I like the pumice in there. Now you have to make word salad that reveals a good mix.
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Yes, there is organic perlite available for plants. Perlite itself is a naturally occurring volcanic glass that is expanded by heat, and it's used as a soil amendment to improve drainage and aeration. Many brands offer organic perlite, which is certified to meet organic standards and is suitable for use in organic gardening practices.
Here's why organic perlite is a good option:
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Yes, there is organic perlite available for plants. Perlite itself is a naturally occurring volcanic glass that is expanded by heat, and it's used as a soil amendment to improve drainage and aeration. Many brands offer organic perlite, which is certified to meet organic standards and is suitable for use in organic gardening practices.
Here's why organic perlite is a good option:
- Natural and Organic: Perlite is a natural mineral, and when certified organic, it's free from synthetic additives.
- Improved Drainage and Aeration: Perlite adds porosity to soil, helping plants get the right amount of water and air.
- Prevents Soil Compaction: Perlite helps prevent soil from compacting, allowing roots to grow freely.
- Lightweight: Perlite is lightweight, making it easy to mix into potting mixes and handle.
- Neutral pH: Perlite has a neutral pH, making it suitable for a wide variety of plants.
Just so there's no misunderstanding, I do not buy what google has written above at all. They are calling it organic because it supposedly free from synthetic additives, and seems to work/go well with organic soils. I found a more acceptable definition that makes more sense to me:
"Organic soil amendments are materials derived from once-living organisms, such as plants and animals, that are added to soil to improve its health and fertility. These amendments contribute organic matter, which in turn enhances soil structure, water retention, drainage, and nutrient availability for plants." (Stolen from Google). I am not aware that perlite came from "once living organisms". People just do what they want anymore it seems.
"Organic soil amendments are materials derived from once-living organisms, such as plants and animals, that are added to soil to improve its health and fertility. These amendments contribute organic matter, which in turn enhances soil structure, water retention, drainage, and nutrient availability for plants." (Stolen from Google). I am not aware that perlite came from "once living organisms". People just do what they want anymore it seems.
leatherback
The Treedeemer
Yup. As a biologist the commercialisation of terms such as "biological" and "organic" really rub me the wrong way as they have absolutely no meaning and are just marketing gimmicks
You got that right. It seems that in the USA, this kind of thing goes on all the time with no one trying to stop it. A friend of mine (from US) was looking at a dating site recently and the gals that he was shown were just unbelievable, so he joined. Come to find out all of these gals were in some other country and were being paid to get guys to spend $$ in order to talk to them. They also had no intention of moving or were interested in a real relationship. It just goes on and on all over the US.
BrianBay9
Masterpiece
More accurate to refer to the dates as "organic" than the perlite. Oh wait, with AI that might not be true either.
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