🧱 Cocopeat Block
Also known as: Coir Pith Block • Coconut Husk Fiber • Soil Substitute
🧺 Product Snapshot
| Attribute | Details |
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| Type | Growing Medium / Soil Conditioner |
| Category | Gardening Essentials • Potting Mix Base • Indoor/Outdoor Planting |
| Made From | Compressed fibers of coconut husk (coir pith) |
| Appearance | Hard, brown compact block; expands when soaked |
| Toxicity | ✅ 100% Natural & Safe – Eco-friendly, biodegradable, and non-toxic |
🌱 Uses & Benefits
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💧 Retains moisture up to 7–8 times its weight – excellent for reducing watering frequency
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🌿 Improves aeration and drainage in soil
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🌱 Ideal for seed starting, potting mixes, hydroponics, and terrace gardens
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🌎 Sustainable, peat-free alternative to traditional soil components
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🪴 Neutral pH, suitable for most plants when combined with compost or fertilizer
💦 How to Use
| Application Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1. Hydration | Place block in a large tub and add 4–5 liters of water per kg block |
| 2. Expansion | Wait 20–30 mins – the block expands to 5–6 times its volume |
| 3. Fluff & Mix | Break up with hands or trowel; mix with compost, manure, or vermicompost before planting |
| 4. Storage | Store unused, expanded cocopeat in a breathable sack or bucket |
🌻 Best For
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🌿 Houseplants, succulents, herbs, and flowering pots
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🌾 Seedlings, nursery trays, hydroponic systems
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🪴 Indoor planters, balcony gardens, and hanging baskets
💡 Fun Tip
For a complete DIY potting mix, combine:
1 part Cocopeat + 1 part Vermicompost + 1 part Perlite or Sand 🌱✨
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