Story: Perlite 101
Episode: 10
Presenter: Simon Holloway
Air Date: 4th May 2024

Simon walks us through Perlite 101.

• Although it looks like rice bubbles, perlite is a volcanic glass ideal for gardening.
• It is lightweight and porous yet maintains structure even when saturated.
• It is an inert substance with no chemical properties, and doesn't provide nutrients to plants.
• Perlite enhances soil structure, moisture retention, and aeration.
• It facilitates soil tilling and plant removal.
• Unlike organic materials like bark and sticks, perlite doesn't break down easily.
• Provides benefits over an extended period without soil compaction.
• It is also particularly useful in contained gardens.
• Perlite is worth considering as a soil additive for improved gardening results.