Premium Horticultural Perlite for Better Drainage and Growth - 4 Cubic Feet

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• SHRUBS & TREES - When planting shrubs and trees, dig a hole 10-12 inches wider and six inches deeper than the root system. Set the shrub or tree in position, and add 1/3 Aero-Soil, 2/3 soil mix tamped into and around the roots. As the hole is filled, the mix should be thoroughly watered.
• HYDROPONIC CULTIVATION - Research has proven that using horticultural perlite as a growth medium leads to increased crop production. Furthermore, due to perlite's distinct water exchange properties, issues related to excessive or inadequate watering found in materials like rockwool are minimized or eradicated.
• QUALITY - Perlite is one of nature’s most versatile and efficient minerals. Dicaperl’s Aero-Soil horticultural perlite is an easy-to-use, lightweight, sterile soil conditioner that is beneficial for commercial growers, landscapers, and home gardeners.
• EXPANDED PERLITE - Provides space for both air and water within a soil mix. Learn why this mineral has advantages that lend itself to plant performance. A naturally occurring mineral aggregate. will not compact, maintaining consistent aeration and drainage for plant roots. Will not decompose over time, depleting soil nitrogen. Sterile and free of weeds, diseases, and pests. Lightweight, and ready to use. Neutral pH—a reliable constant when mixing with organic materials
• PROPAGATING - Cuttings may be rapidly rooted in either 100% Aero-Soil horticultural perlite or a mix of 3/4 perlite and 1/4 peat moss. Rooted cuttings can be easily removed from the media without causing root damage which lessens transplant shock. The media should be kept moist, and transplanting should not be attempted until a sturdy, well-formed root system has been developed.