Moebius
Well-Known Member
I foresaw that too, that Algae would prefer mapito over perlite, I just cover mine with some 1cm - 2cm of Hydroton. Works perfect. Perlite is great in that way, my main reason is strictly down to the fact I need to lift my totes when watering and it can spill very easily, making a mess and sticking to lower bud.How is Mapito on multiple uses? I've seen it used before, but the main draw, in my mind, for perlite is that you don't have to worry about enzymes and cleaning it, just rip the roots out, dump it in a bucket, collect what's on top and then throw it back into the pot.
Also, mold and algae seem like they would much prefer Mapito over rocks like perlite.
I don't mind cleaning and treating it.
all the same , its just easier. I may go back, I doubt it.