Screening peat?

[Coba]

so, screening is unnecessary, and can hurt existing microbe cfu's.

good to know. :humbled:

 

[ClackamasCootz]

Promix is just mutilated Promoss (Premier) with perlite, wetting agent, myke, etc.

Exactly and with one other difference - the bales of straight Sphagnum Peat Moss are packed in Canada, i.e. no processing whatsoever. This is the premium part of the plant that is used in these bales.

For 'mixes' which would include potting soils, bales, etc. - before being shipped in bulk to the packing plants in the USA, the peat moss is run through a kiln to reduce water content and that increases the load factor (volume) and also to partially sterilize it.

Once it hits the mixers it's crushed, cut, sliced, diced, etc. and then rehydrated to insure the look of 'freshness' for the ill-informed customer.

That business model seems to be working rather well for them......

CC

 

[They]

Once it hits the mixers it's crushed, cut, sliced, diced, etc. and then rehydrated to insure the look of 'freshness' for the ill-informed customer.

That business model seems to be working rather well for them......

CC

Bag appeal not just for stoners. I tell my neighbor this when he wants his veggies to look just like the ones in the store, when freshness, taste and nutritional value should be key.

The peats with the chunky stuff are the ones that have the higher microbial activity.
The sticks and stuff are fine,they add to the soil texture as well as add diversity from species of fungi and bacteria that populate those particular debris.
Just make sure when you mix a medium not to leave big dried clumps of peat when you lime or add humic material...break them up by hand.

I often looked at the woody stuff in the pile outback and see stuff growing on it as it decays. I really like putting my hands in this stuff and inspecting the textures. I don't really know exactly what I'm looking at, I just like dirt I guess. I don't think anyone's ever put their hands in a bag of synthetic whatevers and said "ah that feels good".

Chunks are good. I like this, thanks guys.

 

[ClackamasCootz]

Yes, that's correct but seemingly barely second to Premier. They are both (I believe) mined in Northern Alberta.

MM

Their respective bogs are adjacent to each other. Sun Gro Horticulture (Sunshine) is less than 300 meters away according to all 3 - this constitutes bragging rights at the horticulture trade shows, i.e. Alberta's peat moss is preferred. Even with the 98% that use chemicals - not sure what that's about.

What I like about Alaska Peat is that they sell a 'pony bale' which is 2.8 c.f. and the price per c.f. is the almost the same as the regular 3.8 c.f. bale.

1 2.8 bale
2 buckets aeration something
2 buckets humus

6 c.f. mixed potting soil - makes measuring easier!!

CC

 

[MileHighGuy]

Chunks are good. I like this, thanks guys.

Alright, so now I think your a nice guy and I probably read to much sarcasm into your post about it only taking 3 minutes to screen.

Anyways, sometimes I post on here without having smoked a bowl yet... probably not the best idea haha

 

[They]

Alright, so now I think your a nice guy and I probably read to much sarcasm into your post about it only taking 3 minutes to screen.

Anyways, sometimes I post on here without having smoked a bowl yet... probably not the best idea haha

I've been guilty of that before, usually I catch myself before I post, but after I type some long boring spiel and then hit delete. Personally I let other real life stuff effect something else totally unrelated. No offence taken.
I may have started the thread after to many bowls. Posting high is still better than drunk dialing

 

[ClackamasCootz]

They

Which Sphagnum product (brand) did you go with?

CC

 

[They]

The only thing I can find locally (north gulf coast) is Majestic earth from the big box @$10 for 3cuf, which is a Fafard product. They are a Sun Grow co.

http://www.fafard.com/Home.aspx

I'm not sure I want to special order from the hydro stores, or go online for it. I may try some of the local nurseries, but most of them are in the ornamental, fancy container and lawn care biz.

Is there a way to look at the fibers to determine quality?

 

[ClackamasCootz]

Majestic earth from the big box @$10 for 3cuf, which is a Fafard product. They are a Sun Grow co.

That's a great price from the largest company in the peat moss industry - Sun Gro Horticulture.

Good base to work with......

Is there a way to look at the fibers to determine quality?

Absolutely not......

CC

 

[FunTimesIndeed]

MM

Their respective bogs are adjacent to each other. Sun Gro Horticulture (Sunshine) is less than 300 meters away according to all 3 - this constitutes bragging rights at the horticulture trade shows, i.e. Alberta's peat moss is preferred. Even with the 98% that use chemicals - not sure what that's about.

What I like about Alaska Peat is that they sell a 'pony bale' which is 2.8 c.f. and the price per c.f. is the almost the same as the regular 3.8 c.f. bale.

1 2.8 bale
2 buckets aeration something
2 buckets humus

6 c.f. mixed potting soil - makes measuring easier!!

CC

Awesome!

 

[ClackamasCootz]

FunTimesIndeed

You could add the amendments after splitting up the potting soil for each container or mix the amendments with the humus (only) before mixing with the other 2 components.

Just a thought......

CC

 

[FunTimesIndeed]

Handy dandy!

 

[They]

MM

Their respective bogs are adjacent to each other. Sun Gro Horticulture (Sunshine) is less than 300 meters away according to all 3 - this constitutes bragging rights at the horticulture trade shows, i.e. Alberta's peat moss is preferred. Even with the 98% that use chemicals - not sure what that's about.

What I like about Alaska Peat is that they sell a 'pony bale' which is 2.8 c.f. and the price per c.f. is the almost the same as the regular 3.8 c.f. bale.

1 2.8 bale
2 buckets aeration something
2 buckets humus

6 c.f. mixed potting soil - makes measuring easier!!

CC

5 gallon bucket? I like easy.

 

[ClackamasCootz]

Correct - 5 gallon buckets......