Hello everyone, I remember Ryan recommending Kanuma instead of Akadama for cork oaks but I do not remember what video was it. I wanted to refresh my memory. Does anyone remember what video was it, or confirm that I remember correctly and maybe expand on the reasoning for it?
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I vaguely remember him saying that, or more accurately that some people in Europe do it but that he maybe doesn’t. I’m pretty sure he’s has mentioned that he uses 100% akadama for his oaks, both evergreen and deciduous oaks in his own garden.
There may be a good reason to add kanuma if you need a little acidity, but if that’s the only reason, there are other ways to add acidity.
Some have added Kanuma to their cork oaks, however kanuma is extremely soft and oak roots would break it down quickly. I personally have had great success with 100% akadama as well as a 3-1-1 mix for my cork oaks.
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