Initially posted 4-20-2016
Bonsai Block is a superior alternative for turface. BonsaiBlock benefits embody…
- A continuing ¼ inch measurement versus turface, which is made up of smaller particles
that cut back drainage. - Much less water retention. Our exams present a 20 p.c water retention price for
Bonsai Block versus Turface that exhibits a retention price of 44 p.c. This
can cut back root rot. Please see our weblog at BonsaiJack.com for extra
info on these exams. - Higher cosmetics. BonsaiBlock seems higher in form and shade. It has a pure
pebble look with a number of earth tones. In contrast to Turface that has a lightweight
shade machined look. - Excessive firing temperatures. Each Turface and BonsaiBlock are calcined clay however
BonsaiBlock is fired at increased temps making a stronger materials that may
not break down as quick. - BonsaiBlock has a constant PH vary. Our exams have proven Turface with an acidic PH
of 4.41 versus BonsaiBlock with a PH of 8.63. Turface labels present a really
broad PH vary of 4.0 to eight.0. That is very inconsistent for my part.
BonsaiBlock is a superior product and is priced decrease than lava and about the identical as Turface. It has most of the identical properties of Maroon Lava and superior properties to Turface.
Bonsai artists will proceed to make use of turface as a soil ingredient and that’s your determination. We promote each varieties. We will solely present info for
different merchandise to contemplate. It’s my opinion that turface ought to solely be used for acid loving shohin or mame timber.
We’re utilizing a mixture of two components BonsaiBlock, two components pumice and one half pine bark fines for tropicals.
Thanks for the continued assist.
