Description
Bulk Perlite for Professional Use Horticultural perlite is clean, sterile, pH neutral, non-flammable, odorless, nontoxic and neither decays nor shrinks ÿ even pests such as insects and fungi can��t destroy it. When bulk perlite is mixed with organic compost, natural soils or composted bark, it helps anchor the roots of young plants so they grow stronger. While horticultural perlite does retain water and food for the growing plants, it is best used for drainage purposes. A good potting soil should contain at least 25 percent perlite for proper drainage. Since vermiculite retains far more water and food for the growing plant, but does not provide the superior drainage properties of perlite, you can have an even better soil mixture by adding both bulk perlite and vermiculite to your soil. Horticultural perlite is a lightweight substitute for sand and is very useful in a hydroponic gardening systems. Additionally, it is perfect for seed germination and cutting propagation.
- Perlite provides aeration and drainage, yet retains and holds substantial amounts of water that it releases when needed. br
- The water-holding ability of Perlite also increases the nutrient holding capacity when water-soluble fertilizers are used. br
- Can be used by itself, mixed with topsoil or potting soil, or any other sterile media for drip or passive hydroponic systems. br
- Lightweight Perlite does not crush fine stems or root systems, making it ideal for growing delicate plants such as lettuce. br
- Chemically inert, does not deteriorate and has an essentially neutral pH. br
- As Perlite is sterile, it is free of disease, weed seeds and insects. br
