Re: Oak Leaf Mold

["William Vannerson" <William_Vannerson at ama-assn_org>]

Allen wrote:
>>>For me, I will find some way to use this material to condition my water to reach lower pH and TDS levels, but I will continue to
use peat moss for breeding.<<<

Norm R. uses oak leaves in a container to condition water for incuating eggs.  He places the leaves in a big (gallon?) jar and waits until it turns a tea color.  He has found that the natural tannins and other leached chemicals have a natural ability to reduce fugus.

Bill Vannerson
McHenry, IL
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/william_vannerson

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