Coir is an increasingly popular growing medium derived from durable coconut husk fibers. It’s an effective and eco-friendly addition to mulch, vegetable and flower gardens, and hydroponic systems. It typically comes bagged in compressed blocks or discs that require rehydrating before use. Fortunately, with coir bags, you can just add water and break the material […]
Coir, an All-Natural Product
Coconut coir is an eco-friendly and all-natural product that has practical applications in several industries, from construction to gardening to home goods. Made from the hardy fibers of coconut husks, coir is both biodegradable and renewable. It’s most commonly produced in Sri Lanka and India and is shipped worldwide for a variety of uses and […]
Hydrating Coco Coir
Coconut coir has become a popular growing medium in traditional gardens as well as hydroponics systems due to its water-retaining and aerating properties. Made from durable coconut husk fibers, it serves as a biodegradable and all-natural soil amendment that encourages healthy plant growth. Coco Coir’s Hydrating Properties Coconut coir has exceptional water retention as well […]
What Are Coir Floor Tiles?
Coir flooring is the next big thing. This coconut industry byproduct is gaining in popularity as an eco-friendly and sustainable type of fiber, matting, soil, and even flooring. Its durable nature makes it an effective floor tile material. Why Is Coir a Good Flooring Material? Coir is the fiber that’s found between the coconut’s hard […]
How to Sterilize Coco Coir
If you plan to reuse your growing medium over multiple crop cycles, it’s important to sterilize it first to help prevent the possibility of spreading disease. This sterilization process can benefit a variety of substrates, including coco coir. This natural byproduct of the coconut industry has become a popular growing medium, particularly for hydroponics systems. […]