Zeolite Diatomite where can I buy in Brisbane?

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Re: Zeolite Diatomite where can I buy in Brisbane?

Post by Rowdy »

I did some hunting today
You can get maidenwell Diatomite 2-7mm in a 40L bag from here for $25
http://www.productivegardens.com.au/pro ... -diatomite

And you can get a 40L bag of Mount Sylvia Diatomite kitty litter from the pet super store in virginia for $18

Im going to pick up a bag of maidenwell tomorrow
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Re: Zeolite Diatomite where can I buy in Brisbane?

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the most commonly used particle sizee is the 2-7mm, 7-15mm is good for adding a coarser component but personally I would only add that on large trees.

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Re: Zeolite Diatomite where can I buy in Brisbane?

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Jamie wrote:the most commonly used particle sizee is the 2-7mm, 7-15mm is good for adding a coarser component but personally I would only add that on large trees.

cheers :D
Or as the bottom layer in the pot.
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