2024-07-04
What Is Vermiculite In Gardening?
Vermiculite is a mineral (aluminum-iron, magnesium), which is mined and processed into granules that may be mixed into the soil to aid in aeration and drainage as well as adding often needed nutrients to the soil. There are several ways in which Vermiculite can enhance your gardening efforts. Many who used vermiculite for gardening may be a bit worried about recent health scares related to vermiculite. Vermiculite is a naturally occurring mineral that is mined and processed into a puffy, lightweight granule mixed with soil to improve aeration and drainage. It used to be inexpensive and easy to get. Problems with one mine that produced the majority of commercial vermiculite have made it difficult to find in some parts of the country and people worry that it is no longer safe.