Coco coir is becoming more popular every year. It is comprised of the naturally occurring fibers within the husk of a coconut. This coconut fiber or coir is harvested, processed, and used to make or complement many types of products used in homes and offices around the world. Coir is not a newly discovered material, […]
Green coir matting: What is it?
The coconut industry had once dismissed coconut husks as a waste product and discarded them into large piles, not knowing it would take around 20 years for the hulls to decompose. Over time, manufacturers became aware of the value of coco coir, and it’s now in use all around the world. Coir is the fibrous […]
How to Aerate Coco Coir
Basic plant knowledge tells us plants need several things for optimal growth: sunlight, water, nutrients, and oxygen. In the process of photosynthesis, plants create their own oxygen, visible in the green parts of the plant’s stems and leaves. But what about what we don’t see? Roots need oxygen as much as the rest of the […]
How to Prep Your Soil with Coir
No matter what you plant in your garden, for it to thrive, you need good quality soil. Not all dirt is created equal, and even the best earth can benefit from some amendments. One amendment that more gardeners are starting to use is coco coir. These coir soil prep tips will help you get the […]
Coir Pith: The Multi Purpose Growing Medium
Coir pith is a multi-purpose growing substance that can be used as a potting mix addition, soil-less medium, hydroponics grower, and more. It provides good environmental support as an alternative to perlite media and rockwool. Coir pith, also known as coco pith, has strong water retention properties, while allowing air to pass through. Because of […]