Substrate? I need how many bags?

[seanbaker1]

I'm prepping a 4x8 enclosure, is it OK to use bark only? Or should there be a layer of coco coir underneath? This is for a baby aldabra.

Sorry if I'm hijacking this thread.

 

[Megatron's Mom]

Hmm, homedepot.com says:

Out of Stock
This item is unavailable online and in stores.

At least in my area (southern cal).

Same for eucalyptus mulch.

I don't think I've ever seen it out of stock here. Check Lowe's. I think with you being in California you might find some orchid back at the local farm/plant nursery stores.

 

[Megatron's Mom]

I'm prepping a 4x8 enclosure, is it OK to use bark only? Or should there be a layer of coco coir underneath? This is for a baby aldabra.

Sorry if I'm hijacking this thread.

You do not need both. You can do both if you want though.

 

[seanbaker1]

Armstrong Garden Center has this in stock in my area. Looks similar to what @Tom posted earlier in this thread. Would this be OK?

Dr. Earth Premium Micro Bark - 2.0 cf

Dr. Earth Micro Bark nuggest are processed by large custom machines designed to calibrate a consistent size and color of all bark products. This ground cover helps keep moisture in the soil while keeping unwanted weeds away by blocking out sunlight.

shop.armstronggarden.com