Gardening

  • Hard Akadama soil

    "Hard Akadama soil" is hardened by baking Akadama soil at high temperature. Compared to other akadama soil, the grains are very hard, so they do not collapse easily, and they are characterized by their long-lasting breathability and drainage. It is often used as a bonsai that is not repotted often and as a substrate for aquariums. Hard Akadama soil is also sold by size from fine grain to large grain.

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  • This is sterilized Akadama clay made by firing red clay at about 800 to 900 degrees and sifting it out. It is said to be even harder than general hard Akadama soil.
    It has excellent water retention and breathability, and is easy to use.

    How to use Akadama soil For ornamental fish

    Akadama soil, which is often used for breeding freshwater fish, is suitable for creating slightly acidic water quality.
    In addition, the red clay ball is porous and can harbor bacteria, so it can be expected to have the effect of stabilizing water quality.

    Gardening pot (how to make potting soil)

    Ingredients (basic botanical formulation)
    ・Akadama soil (60% to 70%)
    ・Leaf soil (30-40%)
    ・Large plastic bag

    Usage

    1. It is recommended to sieve the Akadama soil and the humus soil separately.
    2. Carefully mix the above ingredients in a large plastic bag or the like so that they do not fall apart.
    3. Store items that will not be used immediately in a place away from rain and direct sunlight.

    Akadama soil has high drainage and is weakly acidic and can be used for many plants. It is inorganic and hygienic, so it can be used for indoor foliage plants and has the effect of suppressing the growth of germs and insects.
    Although it is similar to Kanuma soil, it is a pumice stone that can be collected from the same Kanto loam layer. It also has high drainage, fertilizer retention, water retention, breathability, and clay.
    The difference is that Kanuma soil is strongly acidic soil. It is often used for azaleas that like acidity.

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