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Hyuga Pumice (Japanese Volcanic Pumice)
$29.50 – $32.00
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Pumice is fantastic stuff, made out of the superheated earth.
- It is basically whipped volcanic glass that is made up of tiny air bubbles.
- This means that pumice is a lightweight volcanic rock that makes it perfect for use as a soil amendment.
- The airy rock is ideal for use with cacti and succulents as well as other plants that require excellent drainage and air circulation.
- Plus, the porosity of pumice allows microbial life to thrive while maintaining soil structure better than perlite.
- Planting with pumice also has the advantage of a neutral pH along with a variety of trace materials.
Description
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BENEFITS
- It reduces water runoff and fertilization by increasing soil absorption in sandy soils.
- It absorbs excess moisture so roots don’t rot.
- It improves aeration and stimulates the growth of mycorrhizae.
- It doesn’t decompose or compact over time like other soil amendments, which means it helps to maintain soil structure.
- It keeps clay soils loose over time for continued soil health.
- It is a natural, unprocessed organic product that doesn’t decompose or blow away.
APPLICATION
- To improve drainage for plants such as succulents, mix 25% to 40% pumice , 25% garden soil, 25% compost, and 10-15 % large grain sand.
- For plants that are prone to rotting, like some euphorbias, amend the soil with 50% pumice.