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What is Coco Coir? Benefits of Coco coir for Planting
Enhanced Plant Growth with Coco coir
One of the first benefits of growing with Coco coir to highlight is that most plants can be grown in it: Because Coco coir has a neutral pH level, usually ranging from 5.7 to 6.5, it requires less effort to adjust. To add in, while there are buffered products that are essentially Coco coir with added nutrients, the process of making Coco coir, if done correctly, will always leave the substrate in a “blank” state, or “inert” if you want to get technical- what this means is that they contain no nutrients and no harmful elements. As a result of all of these factors, it is especially simple to change the content of Coco coir to fit into growing most sorts of plants.
Secondly, this substrate isn’t just good as a stand-alone choice, there are more to it. The coarse sandy soil that can’t keep water given to them long enough for your succulent? Mix some Coco coir into it to improve retention. Or the clay soil on the opposite end that is too stubborn to let the liquid through? Coco coir can also take cake of that, mix some to break apart the soil structure and create channels for water to flow through, at the same time building chambers that let the plant roots breath. Coco coir is a “Jack of all trades” material that has a little bit of everything in it. Aside from strengthening the structures and circumstances of harsh soil, it may also be used as a filler to be mixed with fertilizers, compost, and soil to grow any veggies of choice- it lightens the nutrient-dense environment, allowing crops to thrive and flourish.
One thing to bear in mind is that the aforementioned neutral pH level might fluctuate the more it’s mixed, becoming more alkaline or acidic, which could be fatal to more sensitive plants, so planning ahead and conducting research is advised.
Advantages over Other Planting Mediums
There might be some overlapping features in this section. After all, because of one’s advantages, it would be more appreciated in comparison to another.
First thing first, sustainability. Before Coco coir, there were a lot of growing mediums, but standing out on top was peat moss and moss-originated products. They are harvested from the moss fields that are hundreds to thousands of years old. They are good in their own rights, but excessive harvesting caused long-term affections toward the ecosystem. Essentially, they are not as environmentally benign as Coco coir, a product derived from coconut husk, which was formerly considered waste by the coconut industry. By manufacturing Coco coir, we reduce the amount of waste that is dumped into swamps or waste grounds; this also means that the material source for Coco coir is abundant in comparison to other substrates such as peat moss, implying that Coco coir is more sustainable than peat moss. Not to mention that one patch of Coco coir may be slightly more expensive than the most competitively priced peat moss of comparable volume, but Coco coir can be recycled and reused for another season or two if necessary, making them less expensive to use in the end.
Next is the overlapping one- Coco coir is more general, more “middle ground” to others. They have good drainage, enough water retention, and are naturally disease resistant. The ease of usage is what elevates Coco coir beyond the competition, making it a more general choice for growers of all levels of experience. A flexible choice for a variety of uses.
Utilizing Coco coir in Gardening and Plant Cultivation
Preparation and Application of Coco coir
Preparing Coco coir for use is easy. It is a simple process:
- For brick-type products, put them in a container- a big one, water them. A brick can grow up to 7 times in size, so leave plenty of space. Use a stick or your hand to break down big chunks.
- For ready-to-use products, it is as the name suggests, open and use.
Coco coir is a popular potting mix element in gardens- up to 40% Coco coir, fill the balance with whatever is needed for the intended plant. They can be utilized in the same way as peat moss, with certain modifications.
Starting seed is an excellent organic and sterile media for coir. Aside from that, there are numerous other benefits, including but not limited to soil amendment, soil structure modification, improved water retention, and increased air porosity.
Practical Tips for Successful Planting with Coco coir
The entire concept of coco substrate, both its benefits and drawbacks, will necessitate changes to the nutrient content and schedule.
That is, while Coco coir is a “Jack of all trades,” it is also a “Master of none.” You must make adjustments in order to optimize the benefit it delivers, so plan ahead of time and conduct research.
One thing to remember is that Coco coir might be faulty- processing Coco coir can be a sensitive procedure, and under-washing it can be hazardous to planting. Consult the shop; they typically know which ones are the best, or (one again) conduct some research online; you might find us, Coco coir Global. Take a peek at our website- we provide international shipping
That should be a lot of it. The more you use, the more you know, the better you do. Good luck growing!
