{"product_id":"growth-technology-bettergrow-vermiculite-3-litres","title":"Growth Technology BetterGrow Vermiculite - 3 Litres","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Technology BetterGrow Vermiculite\u003c\/strong\u003e is a soil additive that improves soil texture and helps to grow healthy plants. It holds onto moisture in the potting mix, so it is consistently available for plants to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced from a naturally occurring mineral that is heated to high temperatures, BetterGrow Vermiculite is sterile, lightweight and very porous. It is easy to handle, long-lasting and neither alkaline nor acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly useful as a seed covering, the vermiculite will insulate seeds against temperature fluctuations and support seedlings as they emerge, leading to better germination and healthy seedlings. When repotting plants, it increases moisture retention and supports plant growth by absorbing nutrients, preventing them from being washed out. Nutrients are then released gradually to the plants. Vermiculite can also be used where moisture retention is a concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter seeds are sown, cover the mix with a thin layer or vermiculite ;and moisten gently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not firm the compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse up to 25% (1:4) by volume in repotting mixes for plants that like a very open but moist compost such as anthuriums , ferns, alocasias, citrus and other subtropical plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTips from the experts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce dust by dampening or moistening the vermiculite with water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear gloves when handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry, frost-free place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Growth Technology","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56082347065669,"sku":"1125479","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/f429cbd9-growth-technology-bettergrow-vermiculite-3-litres.jpg?v=1761657698","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/growth-technology-bettergrow-vermiculite-3-litres","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}