Vitax Hydroleca Lightweight Clay Pebbles 10L
€16.95
Enhance Plant Growth with Vitax Hydroleca Lightweight Clay Pebbles
Vitax Hydroleca Lightweight Clay Pebbles are an excellent addition to any garden or indoor plant care routine. These clay pebbles provide a multitude of benefits, from improving water retention to creating a protective micro-climate, making them ideal for both indoor and outdoor plants.
Water-Holding and Slow-Release Properties
Hydroleca is made by firing tiny clay granules at high temperatures, resulting in a lightweight product with a smooth outer skin and a honeycomb core. This cellular structure enables Hydroleca to absorb and slowly release water, ensuring that your plants receive a consistent supply of moisture without the risk of over-watering. This helps plants grow stronger, healthier, and more vibrant.
Versatile Application in Various Planting Scenarios
Hydroleca is perfect for use as a decorative mulch on both indoor and outdoor potted plants. Simply sprinkle a layer on the surface of the compost to provide an attractive finish. Not only will it enhance the look of your plants, but it will also retain water and nutrients, regulate compost temperature, and create a more humid environment for plant growth.
Ideal for Houseplants and Greenhouses
Hydroleca is particularly beneficial for houseplants. Place a layer of moistened Hydroleca beneath your pots to create a humid micro-climate, protecting plants from the dry air often produced by modern central heating systems. In greenhouses, a thin layer of Hydroleca placed beneath the plants will release moisture via capillary action, boosting humidity and keeping your plants thriving.
Perfect for Roof Gardens and Lightening the Load
Due to its lightweight nature, Hydroleca is also ideal for use in roof gardens or areas where weight is a concern. Add it to potting compost at a ratio of 3 parts compost to 1 part Hydroleca to reduce the overall weight of your pots and planters. This makes it easier to manage and ensures that water is retained, decreasing the need for frequent watering.
Vitax Hydroleca Lightweight Clay Pebbles are an excellent addition to any garden or indoor plant care routine. These clay pebbles provide a multitude of benefits, from improving water retention to creating a protective micro-climate, making them ideal for both indoor and outdoor plants.
Water-Holding and Slow-Release Properties
Hydroleca is made by firing tiny clay granules at high temperatures, resulting in a lightweight product with a smooth outer skin and a honeycomb core. This cellular structure enables Hydroleca to absorb and slowly release water, ensuring that your plants receive a consistent supply of moisture without the risk of over-watering. This helps plants grow stronger, healthier, and more vibrant.
Versatile Application in Various Planting Scenarios
Hydroleca is perfect for use as a decorative mulch on both indoor and outdoor potted plants. Simply sprinkle a layer on the surface of the compost to provide an attractive finish. Not only will it enhance the look of your plants, but it will also retain water and nutrients, regulate compost temperature, and create a more humid environment for plant growth.
Ideal for Houseplants and Greenhouses
Hydroleca is particularly beneficial for houseplants. Place a layer of moistened Hydroleca beneath your pots to create a humid micro-climate, protecting plants from the dry air often produced by modern central heating systems. In greenhouses, a thin layer of Hydroleca placed beneath the plants will release moisture via capillary action, boosting humidity and keeping your plants thriving.
Perfect for Roof Gardens and Lightening the Load
Due to its lightweight nature, Hydroleca is also ideal for use in roof gardens or areas where weight is a concern. Add it to potting compost at a ratio of 3 parts compost to 1 part Hydroleca to reduce the overall weight of your pots and planters. This makes it easier to manage and ensures that water is retained, decreasing the need for frequent watering.
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