Product Code : 9803/50
Product information
Perlite absorbs and holds vast quantities of air and moisture which helps prevent compaction. It improves aeration and drainage in composts and is stable and long-lasting. For improving aeration and drainage in seed & potting composts.
In hydroponic applications, perlite is used throughout the world as a component of soilless growing mixes where it provides aeration and optimum moisture retention for superior plant growth. For rooting cuttings, 100% perlite is used. Studies have shown that outstanding yields are achieved with perlite hydroponic systems. Other benefits of horticultural perlite are its neutral pH and the fact that it is sterile and weed-free. In addition, its light weight makes it ideal for use in container growing. Perlite is as useful to the home gardener as it is to the commercial grower. It is used with equal success in greenhouse growing, landscaping applications and in the home in house plants.
