Impacted containers

[SHRED]

I've got a nice problem to have.

My use of teas and micros has led to my 5 gallon soil grow in Root Trapper II bags to become impacted with roots.
So much so the water is now slow to be absorbed and drain.

Is there a way to break it up a bit?

I was considering using my moisture sensor probe to poke some holes.

I've also been told don't poke holes. They said the teas have clogged up the soil and to flush instead.

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[tronN00dles]

Not sure about breaking it up, but a wetting agent like yucca powder might help water penetrate the tighter areas a bit more.

 

[olbobcat]

I've got a nice problem to have.

My use of teas and micros has led to my 5 gallon soil grow in Root Trapper II bags to become impacted with roots.
So much so the water is now slow to be absorbed and drain.

Is there a way to break it up a bit?

I was considering using my moisture sensor probe to poke some.

I've also been told don't poke holes. They said the teas have clogged up the soil and to flush instead.


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Are you sure it is the roots or is a buildup . If it is a build up SlLF 100 will help. You don't need to flush just add the slf-100 and your choice of sugars.

 

[2budz]

IDK if it's the right thing to do, but I use my pocket knife to poke holes/break up roots. It hasn't caused me any issues and really does help. If the roots are as established as you say they are breaking up the top inch or two of soil and poking holes deeper into the pot won't hurt the plant.

 

[2budz]

I don't go crazy. I may poke my knife 4-5 inches deep in 4-5 spots. Then break up the top 2 inches of soil.

 

[2budz]

Not sure about breaking it up, but a wetting agent like yucca powder might help water penetrate the tighter areas a bit more.

I just started using Yucca and it's pretty amazing stuff.