HYDROTON Clay Pebbles Grow Media Expanded Clay Rocks for Hydroponic Aquaponic

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HYDROTON Clay Pebbles Growing Media Expanded Clay Rocks for Hydroponic systems
Hydroton media is the first choice for aquaponic gardeners
Hydroton is an expanded clay, a lightweight gravel which is manufactured specifically for soilless cultivation. Derived from a renewable and plentiful source (clay), HYDROTON is considered an ecologically sustainable medium. The clay is formed into pellets and fired in rotary kilns at 1200°C. Thereby the clay expands like popcorn and becomes porous.
Compared to gravel HYDROTON offers the aquaponic gardener many advantages.
1/2 the weight of gravel
The ideal round shape is easy on hands
Completely inert, pH neutral and does not contain any nutrient (gravel can contain toxic or pH altering materials)
Porosity creates excellent air and water exchange
8-16mm range size.
Compared to soil, peat, coir (coconut fiber) or pearlite HYDROTON offers many additional advantages.
It can be used and reused for many years
Ensures good root aeration.
Prevents rotting.
Prevents excess acidity.
Prevents soil pests.
We buy in bulk
in order
to save you the customer money on smaller
amounts
purch
ased.
Your item will be repackaged in a clear plastic bag based on the amount you buy.
This item will not be shipped in its
original
packing material
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