I use the coir easily. No problems, ever... Just REALLY pack it down.
lisa127 said:I hate it too. But not for being messy. Messy is part of the life of a turtle/tortoise! I hate working with it, rehydrating it, etc. You have to add stuff to it to give it some substance though, otherwise it is too soft and fluffy for walking and digging.
Dizisdalife said:I took it all out and baked it in the oven (wife was away) to kill any unwanteds then put it all back.
Team Gomberg said:Dizisdalife said:I took it all out and baked it in the oven (wife was away) to kill any unwanteds then put it all back.
hahaha, when I bake mine in the oven the husband looks at me and shakes his head!
lisa127 said:I'm wondering why everyone uses coco coir as opposed to peat moss. What is the advantage of the coco over the peat?
bouaboua said:Team Gomberg said:Dizisdalife said:I took it all out and baked it in the oven (wife was away) to kill any unwanteds then put it all back.
hahaha, when I bake mine in the oven the husband looks at me and shakes his head!
Why shake his head? because not coming to the dinner table afterward?
May I ask at what temperatures you bake them? and for how long? Thanks.