soil sources, etc.

[z0rdim]

hasselfors “p-jord” seams to be popular and pretty easy to obtain…

you should be able to get both dolomite lime, perlite and pots, you may need to visit a couple of different shops (like plantagen, krauta, also smaller greenhouse and gardening stores). (dolomite lime is called just “kalk” or “dolomit kalk”).

[och]

I know for certain that Plantagen got all of the above!
(Both dolomite lime and perlite, pots and of course different mixes of Hasselfors)

[reaper]

thanks again.

Any recommended nutrients from the big stores?

[z0rdim]

liquid “blå korn” works…

I would rather order specialized nutrients from eg http://www.head-nature.com

[och]

Yep, flytande blåkorn is good in veg and orkidénäring (orchid nutrition) in the flower phase.
But, as z0rdim said, it’s always better to order “real” nutrients from H&N.

[hr-sanders]

whatever wrote:

Can you get dolomite lime?

Big bags of perlite?

I guess a 125 liter bag of perlite counts as big… got it from “granngården”.
If they don’t have it in stock, you should be quite able to order it in, for a later pickup.

Dolomite lime is no longer a stock item att granngården, but I think they have that as well as a order-in product.

Best regards,

/ Hr Sanders.

[reaper]

thanks!

are the leka kulor found in all the plant shops around here suitable for use in a hydro flood table? I mean, to surround all my larger grodan/rockwool cubes? Seems to be fine and readily available.

[thc-junkie]

With a very few exceptions Yes.

Just remember to wash ’em good before you use them. Some use PH-balanced water, I don’t know if it is a must but hey it can’t hurt. 😉

If you are worried, you can soak them in water and measure the before and after PH-value. This will give you a definite answer!

[reaper]

great, thanks!

I guess this next one is a soil-less question, and therefore off-topic, but here goes.

Sources for large (say, 14 – 22 liter), opaque plastic buckets with lids….

[lecreutz]

Try IKEA

I’m not sure how big boxes they have, but I’ve seen fairly big ones that are made for storage under your bed.

[reaper]

I’m looking for buckets with lids, like for DWC. Hinkar.

I was actually in IKEA last evening and found their storage tubs for another project, but they are, unfortunately, not opaque. So, still looking for those as well.

[hank_moody]

Stores like K-Rauta, ÖoB (Överskottsbolaget), and possibly Rusta are sure to have what you’re looking for.

[thc-junkie]

You can find some in “Clasohlson”, they got many stores and a good homepage. Clasohlson.se

And if you find the perfect one but it isn’t opaque, you can always buy a roll of “duct tape” and in 5min you will have a perfect sized tub, without any chance of light getting to the water inside.

Also you can paint them, just some sandpaper (can do without) and a spraycan. It isn’t hard or especially messy.

Just some tips for ya

EDIT: Paint the OUTSIDE of the tub only, forgot that part

[hank_moody]

Thc-Junkie wrote:

Also you can paint them, just some sandpaper (can do without) and a spraycan. It isn’t hard or especially messy.

I’d prefer painting with a brush. Sure, it takes a bit longer to dry but spray paint sticks just about to everything else than the object you’re spraying. But then again I suck at spray painting

[reaper]

I’d prefer not painting.

In the states you cannot swing a dead cat without finding one of these in a hardware/home store. I’m kind of surprised by the lack of merchandise at the local stores here. Not complaining, just surprised. I guess it’s lagom.