A rising star in the gardening world, coir has begun to compete with peat moss as an ideal addition to garden soil. Peat moss, or peat, is a natural, limited resource, harvested from bogs that have formed over hundreds of years. It is considered an unsustainable resource, even a fossil fuel by some, and environmental […]
Coconut Coir Worm Bedding
A worm’s environment is key to maintaining the health and the efficiency of your composting bin. Coir, a fibrous material derived from coconut husk, is an all-natural, nontoxic, cost-effective product that can improve worms’ habitats. Here’s how to use coconut coir worm bedding. Benefits of Coir Coco coir offers a number of benefits for worms. […]
How to Make Coir Hanging Baskets
Coir hanging baskets give your hanging plants a beautiful, natural look while helping keep them healthy and supported. Coir, or coconut fiber, is often used as a liner for planters and is becoming increasingly popular as an alternative to other growing media. Here’s how to make coir hanging baskets. Prepare the Basket Pick out a […]
How to Grow Strawberries in Coir
Strawberries exhibit better growth and higher quality when grown in coconut fiber, or coir, than soil, one research group recently determined. If you’re interested in growing strawberries in coco coir for superior results, here’s how. Purchase the Right Coir Coco coir is a natural fit for strawberry growth for several reasons. Coir retains water much […]
Erosion Control with Coir Fiber Baffles
Soil erosion can occur as a result of rainfall, wind, storm runoff, or severe weather. From sediment control structures on highway construction jobs to the gradual destruction of shorelines, the need for effective sediment control is only increasing. Coir, a fibrous material derived from coconuts, has properties that make it an ideal candidate for erosion […]