AI6YR Ben2d ago
Has anyone tried using compressed coconut fibers for reptile bedding for potting soil/seed starting? (Some free stuff on the curb, wondering if it's treated or just plain old shredded coconut, i.e. coir.) #random #reptiles #coconut #coir
Show threadSteve

@ai6yr I’ve used coconut coir for starting seeds, though I usually just use potting soil

It’s also good for mixing in to soil to improve drainage… I think it’s a typical ingredient in potting soils

I’m not a reptile expert, but my inclination would be to avoid stuff from an unknown source, they’re more sensitive to contamination than plants

Mar 22 at 2:17amWeb
Show threadAI6YR Ben2d ago
@scm It's for plants, just saw some "for reptiles" here on the curb, brand new package for free... figured if it's good for starting seeds I'd snag it.
Show threadSteve2d ago
@ai6yr I can see it being good for reptiles. I mostly know it’s cheap, and seems like it should be pretty environmentally friendly, since it’s a waste product rather than something harvested for the purpose like sphagnum moss