The mixture containing peat moss + vermiculite (3 : 1)
resulted in increased percentage of plant survival of tea (clone
Iran 100) and it is, therefore, a recommended medium for
growth of the cultivar during acclimatization. Vermiculite
possesses cation exchange properties; thus it can hold and
make available ammonium, potassium, calcium, and mag-
nesium to the growing plants. Vermiculite when combined
with peat moss promotes faster root growth and gives quick
anchorage to young roots [35].