Charcoal is the most common and simple method used for culturing springtails. In my opinion any species that does well on charcoal will do just as well on Springtail Clay, but nevertheless some people prefer charcoal and it never hurts to try it for yourself.

To harvest springtails from a charcoal cultur you can either pick up pieces of charcoal with tongs and tap the springtails off where they are needed or add extra water and pour it where you need springtails. Springtails float and will ride the water that you pour out.

Materials Required:

• Charcoal (lump charcoal or horticultural charcoal is safe for springtails)

• Sealed bin or tall deli cup.

• Water (distilled or purified water is best)

Setup Instructions:

• Add two inches of charcoal and one inch of water into your bin.

• Optionally add a small vent hole with 35 micron mesh glued over it or open the culture regularly for fresh air... that's it!