[Jewelry making - Article 00364] - Re: [Orchid] Substitute for vermiculite and alumina hydrate?

[linlahlum]

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    I was on a hunt for vermiculite last year. I searched on Google
    because no local garden centers had it. I found it at last in bulk
    at a farm and feed store! I guess farmers use it, not sure why.
    (Possibly for starting seedlings) 

    I think perlite is some form of Styrofoam (?) which is why it is used
    in potting soil mixes to help retain water. Maybe I'm wrong: but
    check that out before trying it. I have some of that too (for rooting
    plant cuttings) and it is so lightweight it flies away with the
    slightest breeze, unless it is wet. Also a static charge issue:
    attracted to everything. Don't think you could use it, even if it's
    not styrofoam. 

Lin
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