{"product_id":"850277-1","title":"Soil Improvement Pumice Fine 4-8 mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA happy plant starts with mixing your own soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTailor your ideal soil to all your plants' needs. We provide the essential elements for an excellent potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor airy soil and healthy roots.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumice is a light, porous volcanic rock that provides more air in the soil and improves drainage. It helps to quickly drain excess water, while still retaining a small amount of moisture. This allows roots to get more oxygen and reduces the risk of root rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause pumice does not decompose or compact, the structure of the potting soil remains airy for years. It is therefore particularly suitable for cacti, succulents and other plants that are sensitive to wet feet. Houseplants with a well-developed root system also benefit from the extra space and aeration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of pumice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"normal-ul\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eImproves drainage\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeeps the soil airy and loose\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReduces risk of root rot\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRetains limited moisture without becoming waterlogged\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDoes not compact or decompose\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for almost all potted and tub plants\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCan also be used decoratively as a top layer\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumice is often compared to perlite. Both improve drainage, but pumice is heavier, more durable and stays in place better in the pot. This makes it particularly suitable for larger and mature plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor cacti and succulents: mix 30-60% into the potting soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* For houseplants: add 20-30% for extra aeration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* As a top layer: apply a layer of 1-2 cm on the potting soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* In terrariums: combine with bark, moss or activated charcoal for extra structure and drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn short: pumice provides a lighter and better-draining substrate, allowing roots to grow healthier and plants to be less susceptible to overly wet conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGranule size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e# Fine (4-8 mm): suitable for smaller pots, seedlings, cuttings and finer soil mixes. Distributes evenly through the potting soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e# Coarse (8-16 mm): ideal for larger pots, aroids, orchids, cacti and plants with thick roots. Provides maximum aeration and fast drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vreeken's Zaden","offers":[{"title":"3 liters","offer_id":45661100900405,"sku":"850277.1","price":7.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/9092\/3573\/files\/850277Puimsteen4-8mm.jpg?v=1785936298","url":"https:\/\/www.vreeken.nl\/en\/products\/850277-1","provider":"Vreeken's Zaden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}