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scy 06-06-2011 04:33 PM

Spider Mites on PrimeAgra
 
I had a plant growing in s/h and it was infested with spider mites. I don't have the plant anymore, but is there a way I can kill off the mites so I can reuse the PrimeAgra?

Thanks for the advice!
Susan

Royal 06-06-2011 05:41 PM

Bake them in the oven. That should do it.

Zoi2 06-06-2011 11:06 PM

I boil my leca for 10-20 minutes each time I repot and put it back in the bucket I keep it in.
Joann

scy 06-07-2011 04:37 PM

I think I will give baking them a try. I don't have a spare pot to use for boiling PrimeAgra at the moment. Is 350 degrees for 10 minutes good?

Zoi2 06-07-2011 05:16 PM

350 degrees for 10 minutes will not sterlize, you would have to leave it in for at least an hour.
Joann

scy 06-07-2011 05:18 PM

Do I need to wet the PrimeAgra first before throwing it in? How do I keep it from burning out?

Royal 06-07-2011 05:54 PM

It's clay, and has been fired in a kiln at much higher temps than your oven can reach. Just cook the H#%* out of it. ;)

scy 06-07-2011 06:50 PM

Good point. Thanks! :D


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