Description
Perlite is a lightweight hard aerated white mineral formed from volcanic glass. It is commonly used in potting mixes to enhance drainage provide aeration to plant roots and retain oxygen moisture and nutrients from soluble fertilizers. It is ideal for creating custom potting mixes or raised bed mixes in bulk. By combining it with compost soil and other components you can develop a specialty blend suitable for plants that thrive in well-aerated and well-drained conditions such as cacti succulents and orchids. The angular structure of coarse perlite is particularly beneficial for producing free-draining potting mixes.
In seed raising mixtures perlite promotes faster germination and enhances seedling growth. Seedlings can be easily removed from perlite with minimal root damage allowing for smooth transplantation with little disturbance.
Features
- Inorganic inert and sterile
- Quicker germination
- Non-abrasive
- Ultra-lightweight
- Free from disease weeds and insects
- Environmentally friendly
- High cation-exchange capacity
- Excellent aeration and drainage characteristics
- High water holding capacity
- Insulating properties
Package
1 x 5L resealable zip lock bag (Net weight approximately 215g)
