Volcanic Pumice for Plants - Dust-Free 3-8mm, Optimal Perlite Alternative for Bonsai, Cactus, Soil Mix, Grit & Gravel, Boosts Soil Aeration and Drainage Efficiency
Volcanic Pumice for Plants - Dust-Free 3-8mm, Optimal Perlite Alternative for Bonsai, Cactus, Soil Mix, Grit & Gravel, Boosts Soil Aeration and Drainage Efficiency
π Discover the Versatility of Volcanic Pumice! π
π Product Details:
Stone Size: Approximately 3-8mm
Density: About 700kg per m3, ensuring robust coverage
Colour: Natural light grey/white
Volume: 120kg provides around 170 litres of coverage
π± Perfect for Plants: Volcanic pumice is the gardener's best friend. With its lightweight, bubbly structure, it's ideal for:
Enhancing Soil Structure: Improves aeration and prevents soil compaction, letting your plant's roots breathe and thrive.
Moisture Management: Holds just the right amount of water and slowly releases it to the roots, reducing the need for frequent watering.
Nutrient Retention: Traps essential nutrients, feeding your plants over time and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.
π‘ Beyond Gardening: Pumice isn't just for plants. Its lightweight and porous nature makes it perfect for:
Lightweight Concrete & Building Blocks: Ideal for constructing lightweight yet durable items, especially useful in creating film and theatre sets where easy handling and realism are key.
Landscaping: Transform your indoor and outdoor spaces with pumice that adds aesthetic appeal without the weight of traditional pebbles.
π¨ Crafts and More: Get creative with pumice that:
Absorbs Colour and Fragrance: Perfect for making vibrant potpourri mixes or colourful crafts. Once dried, it readily absorbs pigments and scents, bringing your artistic ideas to life.
π Eco-Friendly & Sustainable: Embrace sustainable practices with pumice, a 100% natural and environmentally friendly product that supports long-term ecological balance.
π¦ Usage Tips: Mix pumice with your soil at a ratio of 1 part pumice to 10 parts soil to transform your gardenβs health. Increase the ratio for even better drainage and nutrient retention.
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- Ideal Stone Size & Density: At 3-8mm and 700kg/m3, our volcanic pumice provides superior coverage and volume, a robust alternative to perlite and clay pebbles for horticultural applications.
- Enhanced Soil Structure: Pumice retains moisture and nutrients better than clay pebbles, optimizing growth for cacti and succulents, reducing watering needs, and promoting root health.
- Versatile Garden Uses: Perfect for terrarium drainage, succulent top dressing, or soil blends, our pumice enhances root health and soil condition in diverse projects.
- Aesthetic and Functional: With its natural light grey to white colour, pumice enhances indoor and outdoor landscapes while offering a practical, lightweight alternative to traditional clay pebbles.
- Craft and Decorative Uses: Once dried, pumice superbly absorbs colour pigments and fragrances, making it an excellent choice for potpourri mixes and creative crafts.