5L bag of clay balls - Perfect for hydroponics or drainage growing in soil

The VG Garden expanded clay ball is an excellent choice for gardeners concerned about the quality of their substrate. It can be used alone or mixed with potting soil or coconut fiber for better water absorption and moisture retention. This ball is also ideal for use in hydroponics as a growing medium, allowing the roots of the plant to grow freely.

The technical characteristics of our VG Garden expanded clay ball:

• Dry Matter (DM): >100%
• Conductivity: 4mS/m
• Retention capacity for water pF 1.0: 180ml/l (18% volume)
• Retention capacity for air pF 1.0: 640ml/l (64% volume)
• pH: 9
• Grain size range: 8-16 mm
• Capacity: 5L

Our expanded clay ball is designed to offer optimal water retention capacity while allowing good root aeration. It is lightweight and easy to handle, and it resists mold and decay, ensuring a long lifespan.

In short, this expanded clay ball is a substrate of choice for gardeners looking to improve the quality of their soil and promote the growth of their plants. It is ideal for use in hydroponics or in soil, and its technical characteristics make it a wise choice for all types of cultivation.

Dab these beads for perfect hydroponics use

For use in hydroponics, it is important to buffer the clay balls before use to prevent the pH of the water from becoming too alkaline. Here are the steps to follow to stamp the clay balls before use:

1. Rinse the clay balls with clean water to remove dust and impurities.
2. Fill a bucket with clean water and add a buffering agent, such as Hydropassion Acid Down to lower the pH to 5.5.
3. Dip the clay balls in the buffered water and let sit for at least 24 hours.
4. After 24 hours, remove the clay balls from the buffered water and rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove any residue.