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Ceylon Coconut Husk Chips 2kg
$ 26.02
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Description
Coconut Husk fiber, Chips, for flowers and other plants + Free ShippingChips Size: 5 -12 mm
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have been pre-washed and pressed to reduce leachable salts. Coconut husk chips act like little sponges; they soak up an amazing amount of water and stay moist for quite some time. We use the chips as an addition to our orchid mixes, though some people use them alone. They breakdown slowly in comparison to bark.
Benefits & usage:
Excellent drainage, high caution exchange capacity (CEC)
Lasts longer than bark with no degradation
100% natural and renewable resource
Wet coconut husk chips hold water and air like a sponge
Very clean, uniform and zero wastage
Prevents stress after re-potting
Neutral pH and innate buffering capacity
Resists fungal growth
Cuts down fertilizer application up to 30%.
Beautiful Orchids Coconut Husk Chips
Excellent alternative to bark
Life Expectancy:3-5 years
Smaller size is perfect for younger or smaller plants.
Coconut husk chips can be used in combination with bark, charcoal, per lite, Hydro ton clay media or other porous media, to create your own special orchid mix.
Our coconut husk chips are an excellent alternative to fir bark because they retain water longer than most bark. They have a life expectancy of 3-5 years while bark last for only 1-2 years. They are 100%natural and can provide better drainage and aeration essentials for all variety of orchids.