Perlite is a natural, non-toxic product obtained through a thermal expansion process of a specific variety of effusive volcanic rock.
Perlite is stable and unalterable over time, has a neutral pH, and contains no parasitic microorganisms.
Perlite can be used for: potting mixes, cuttings, lightening containers, covering cellular trays, preparing cube mixes, and soilless cultivation.
Thanks to its porous structure, it ensures excellent water drainage and continuous gas exchange with the environment, has the ability to retain and gradually release soil moisture, and guarantees an adequate reserve of water and nutrients. It protects the root systems from temperature fluctuations and improves compact substrates, promoting root development.
What are the advantages of using Perlite?
Perlite can be mixed with a growing substrate (usually potting soil) to improve the physical characteristics of the soil.
Its lightness allows for a reduction in the weight of cultivation pots, without altering the intrinsic qualities of the potting soil, thanks also to its inertness and neutral pH.
Its characteristics allow for improved drainage and water exchange within the soil, as well as protecting plant roots from temperature fluctuations and water stagnation, enabling better aeration.
Finally, it allows for the creation of a gradual release water reserve, thanks to its ability to partially retain water and nutrients and release them at the first change in soil moisture.
It is recommended to mix Perlite at a dose of 10 - 15% into the potting soil or growing substrate, depending on the intended use of the substrate.
Perlite is a natural, non-toxic product obtained through a thermal expansion process of a specific variety of effusive volcanic rock.
Perlite is stable and unalterable over time, has a neutral pH, and contains no parasitic microorganisms.
Perlite can be used for: potting mixes, cuttings, lightening containers, covering cellular trays, preparing cube mixes, and soilless cultivation.
Thanks to its porous structure, it ensures excellent water drainage and continuous gas exchange with the environment, has the ability to retain and gradually release soil moisture, and guarantees an adequate reserve of water and nutrients. It protects the root systems from temperature fluctuations and improves compact substrates, promoting root development.
What are the advantages of using Perlite?
Perlite can be mixed with a growing substrate (usually potting soil) to improve the physical characteristics of the soil.
Its lightness allows for a reduction in the weight of cultivation pots, without altering the intrinsic qualities of the potting soil, thanks also to its inertness and neutral pH.
Its characteristics allow for improved drainage and water exchange within the soil, as well as protecting plant roots from temperature fluctuations and water stagnation, enabling better aeration.
Finally, it allows for the creation of a gradual release water reserve, thanks to its ability to partially retain water and nutrients and release them at the first change in soil moisture.
It is recommended to mix Perlite at a dose of 10 - 15% into the potting soil or growing substrate, depending on the intended use of the substrate.
