Vitax Hydroleca Lightweight Clay Pebbles Water Retaining Media 10L

Vitax Hydroleca Lightweight Clay Pebbles 10 Litre Bag. EFFECTIVE GROWING MEDIUM - Vitax Hydroleca is a versatile and highly effective growing medium designed to improve drainage, aeration, and moisture retention in a variety of horticultural applications. Ideal for use as a decorative mulch, it can also be used for crocking which is the drainage layer in pots. LIGHTWEIGHT PEBBLES - Produced by firing tiny clay granules at 1200oC, Hydroleca is extremely lightweight with a smooth attractive outer skin and a honeycomb core. As hard, ceramic pebbles, Hydroleca helps absorb water and then slowly releases it back into the growing media. INSULATING STRUCTURE - Hydrolecas cellular structure also has outstanding insulating properties which help safeguard plants from extreme variances in temperature. These porous clay pebbles prevent waterlogging and enhance oxygen flow to roots, promoting stronger, healthier plants. Perfect for soilless growing systems, ensuring roots receive consistent moisture and nutrients. DECORATIVE MULCH - Simply sprinkle a layer of Vitax Hydroleca on the surface of the compost in containers. In addition to providing an attractive finish for the pot, the Hydroleca will retain and slowly release water and nutrients to the growing media, will help maintain the temperature of the compost, and will increase humidity around the plant. HOUSEPLANTS - Standing houseplant pots on a moistened layer of Hydroleca provides huge benefits. It helps create a humid microclimate around the plant, protecting it from the dry air created by modern central heating systems. Simply place a layer of dampened Hydroleca in a dish and stand the pot on it. Water frequently. ROOF GARDENS - The exceptionally light weight of Hydroleca makes it ideal for use in roof gardens or any location where the weight of a pot, tub, planter, raised bed etc., is critical. Hydroleca can be added to potting compost at a ratio of 3 parts compost/1 part Hydroleca, providing a substantial reduction in total weight. At the same time the addition of the Hydroleca improves the water holding capacity of the compost and decreases the frequency of watering. GREENHOUSES - A thin layer of Hydroleca placed beneath plants on a greenhouse bench will gradually release moisture to the plants in a capillary action and will also increase the overall humidity in the greenhouse. Hydroleca pebbles can be easily cleaned and used time after time.