Elizabeth Tully
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Hi. New Russian tortoise baby, Caspian. The cypress bark I get at pet store expensive. I did read on this forum that I can mix it with organic potting soil. What do you guys think?
Cypress bark from pet store and organic potting mix
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I don't like soil or cypress mulch. I prefer coco coir for babies and fine grade orchid bark for adults. Use a thick layer of coir and hand pack it down. Keep it damp by periodically dumping enough water into it. It can be bought cheaply in bulk at local garden centers and nurseries, but usually not at big hardware stores.
Check these out:
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/russian-tortoise-care-sheet.80698/
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/beginner-mistakes.45180/
Check these out:
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/russian-tortoise-care-sheet.80698/
http://www.tortoiseforum.org/threads/beginner-mistakes.45180/
Hi,
Where do you get your fine grade orchid bark? I can't find it at my local hardware stores. Do you order online? Is this one ok?
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Black-Gold-1411402-8-00QTP-8-Quart-Fine-Orchid-Bark-Mix/34050664
Thanks!
Hardware stores usually don't have it. You have to go to a garden center or plant nursery. If they don't have it in stick, they can order it for you. Its worth the wait for $10 for a 2.0 cu. ft. bag vs. $17 for a tiny bag at the pet store.
I can't see the particle size in your link, and you'll need to look at the ingredients on the back to be sure nothing else is added.
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