Aspen bedding

[Zincubus]

I wouldn't spray any water on the aspen. That stuff molds fast without water. I previously used aspen in tubs for a variety of snakes, including ball python. It works out because the tub already provided the constant humidity at 50-60% so I just needed some substrate that won't raise it higher than needed. And my ball python don't like wet/damp substrate. It would mold now and then. Sometimes it's hard to see the mold unless you dig around, smell it, or it is obvious, so being extra careful not to wet aspen was a pain too. Not to mention, there is a lot of dust which lots of people don't like. With that said, I like aspen. It does look nice, baby snakes seem to enjoy burrowing in it, it keeps humidity low for the snakes that need it, good at soaking up pee, and nice look for tanks. I don't use it anymore because of the cost and I found a cheaper, better alternative like coco husk. Currently there is low stock of coco husk or the price had gone up, so I'm temporarily using coco fiber, which works just as great both wet or dry (it can get dusty as well) which is still slightly cheaper than aspen.

So to answer your question, do what works for you. Try different substrates. Some people like to make their own by mixing it with organic soil.

Yes - I use just Orchid bark / Reptile bark but in the past I’ve mixed the above substrate with ecoEarth with great success ... Royals and BRBs



Aspen is dreadful stuff in my view .. it looks fake and unnatural ,useless for holding moisture or controlling humidity plus it makes most snakes look insipid unless the snakes are very dark or black .



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