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Molly

What type of perlite do you use? I have just been buying the bags from the garden center with the small perlite. I have read that chunky perlite is better. Any opinions?

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  1. GreenLeaf

    Define chunky?!? I’ve only ever seen 2 types, basically powder/sand size, and then smaller pebble size. I use pebble sized, if its SUPER fine its not really going to work the way you want it to.

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  2. MattL

    Depends what you’re using it for. The chunkier the mix, the more air you’ll get in the soil but the more often you’ll have to water. So I would only use a bigger size perlite for a plant that absolutely WILL NOT tolerate the slightest wetness near the roots - maybe a very fleshy succulent?

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  3. Molly

    When I say chunky I mean pebble size. I have been using the very fine perlite but i don’t think it’s giving me the drainage I need. I just ordered some pebble size from Amazon. See how that works! Thanks for the feedback!!

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  4. Sassy Rhonda

    I have the regular size but prefer the chunky sizes 3 and 4 perlite. It is bigger and creates better drainage. Yes I’ll have to water a little more often but I don’t want root rot either. I mix my own soil in accordance with the type of plant I’m repotting so that makes a difference too. I’m still learning.

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