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Coco Coir is the fibrous material

found on and in coconut shells. As a Other common soilless

byproduct of the coconut industry, it mediums used by hydroponic
is favored by growers as a growers include perlite,

sustainable and renewable medium. vermiculite, coarse sand, and
Coco coir is an inert medium with a gravel. Advanced growers

neutral pH that does not provide or frequently mix these media in
maintain any nutrients. These custom quantities to create

qualities are great for growers who blends that suit their specific

know how to appropriately adjust growing style and environment.
pH, allowing for quick pH and

nutrient changes. There may be a
learning curve, but if you're

numerically inclined, it's not too
hard to get a grip on the process.

Coco coir can be used either by itself

or added to soil or hydroton for
improved drainage and growth

capability.

Coco Coir cannabis plant

Coco Coir is the fibrous material

found on and in coconut shells.
Hydroton is a lightweight expanded

clay aggregate composed of porous
clay pebbles that can be used alone

in a hydroponic system or blended

with soil or other soilless mediums.
Hydroton does not retain water to

the extent of coco coir or rockwool,
but it does provide plant roots with

equal levels of oxygen. Like
rockwool, the biggest issue is that it

can dry out very quickly, so you
have to be extra careful to keep it

hydrated, especially when used on
its own.