PROPERTIES & USE

Vermiculite is a silicate mineral and classified in the group of clay minerals. Non- fibrous and not harmful to nature. Using a special process vermiculite increases its volume up to 30 times. This creates air chambers, which gives the mineral an extraordinary cooling ability and resistance to fire. Notetabely it impresses thru its lightweight and the ability to absorb liquids for a long period of time. Vermiculite is able to absorb  and hold liquids up to 500x its own weight.

Vermiculite has a positive effect on the growth of all plants by its ability to absorb and store water, as well as other nutrients, like magnesium, iron, silicium, kalium, calcium, etc and to deliver it when needed. Vermiculite loosens up the soil, and herewith prevents the danger of water accumulation and root rot. Vermiculite substitutes the soil in hydroculture, is used pure in flower and cactus growth.

The advantages of vermiculite in agriculture, fruit and plant growth are:

• Optimal water, air and nutrient storage.
• Loosening of the soil.
• Optimal exchange of oxygen for the root system.
• pH neutral (approx.7.0) for optimal control of soil temperature and its stability.
• Prevents the growth of fungus.
• High soil fertility thru ion exchange.
• Natural exchange of micronutrients.
• Resistant to frost and heat.
• Its effectiveness does not expire.
• Perfect isolator, preventing a rapid cooling of the soil.
• Used in agriculture, hothouses, and storage of fruits and vegetables, mushroom culture.
• Supports the growth of microorganisms.