Hydrogarden PLANT!T 10L Clay Pebbles Bag

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Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) measures the total negative charges within the growing medium that absorbs nutrients. It is the quality of the growing medium to supply nutrients to the plants. You can also grow bigger plants such as strawberries, celery, and tomatoes if you have a sturdy hydroponic garden bin. Advantages of Hydroponic Gardens

Bring the Clay Pebbles to a boil in a large cauldron or kettle for 8 to 12 minutes in normal water. Clay pebbles have superb aeration and drainage qualities because they are lightweight and porous. This is important to prevent the plant’s root system from rotting.On top of being truly beautiful to look at, clay pebbles excel at keep the air around the plant moist. Many houseplants come from the tropics, where air humidity is naturally high. It can be difficult to decide on a growing medium for your indoor garden, especially for beginners. You have several options available, the most popular of which are clay pebbles vs perlite.

Add several nutrients. After rinsing and soaking the Clay Pebbles, place them in a container and add a small nutrient solution. Use a base-grown nutrient at one-quarter strength.

Perlite has very low CEC and high AFP. Thus, it is easy for this growing medium to control nutrients to the plants. • Sanitation and Reuse While clay pebbles are not a growing medium that offers their own nutrients to your plants, they are a medium that allows water and nutrients to be easily added to ensure the healthy growth of your plants. Using Clay Pebbles for extra moisture, resting your pots atop of these pebbles is an excellent way to prevent root rot.

Plants in hydroponic gardens need less energy to develop roots; thus, more energy is diverted for plant growth. This results in not only faster growth but a greater yield, too. Perlite is lightweight, easily absorbs water, and floats in water. It is, however, prone to overwatering. Since it is lightweight, perlite cannot provide plant support. • Costs Made from expanded clay, Canna Aqua Pebbles are porous, lightweight and make for a fantastic all round hydroponic medium for systems such as the Alien and IWS. They are also great for mixing with your soil and coco to create a far more aerated medium which drains more freely. This not only helps reduce the chance of overwatering but also allows your plant the possibility to receive more nutrition due to the increased amount of irrigations you can now provide it. They are chemically inert as well as pH stable meaning they will not interfere with any other mediums or the nutrients you are feeding. Perlite allows good air circulation around the plant’s roots allowing it to grow faster and increase its yield.

Smart tip about clay pebbles

Don’t reuse the pebbles without rinsing, soaking, and sterilizing with isopropyl alcohol or peroxide. Taking the time to do it right will save headaches later. To ensure you have properly set up your hydroponic garden using clay pebbles, water should drain before it reaches the clay pebbles’ upper surface. If water reaches the upper surface of the clay pebbles, algae may grow and interfere with the growth of your plants. Final Thoughts As mentioned above, if you are unsure of which growing medium to use for particular plants, you can experiment with both clay pebbles and perlite to see how differently they can make your plants grow. Hence, it collects the excess water and stores it for later use. It helps prevent roots from being damaged due to excess moisture. Clay is the main ingredient in producing clay pebbles. Clay is 100% natural and eco-friendly. Water and soil are mixed with clay, and they are heated in a high-temperature kiln. They then become lightweight porous balls.

Clay Pebbles give a level of nourishment that soil cannot keep over time. They are best for developing seedlings or for potted plants. One of the biggest benefits of using clay pebbles is improved drainage. Clay pebbles allow excess water to drain away from the roots of your plants, preventing them from sitting in waterlogged soil. Clay pebbles and perlite grow healthier plants without the risk of soil-borne diseases. They are also less likely to be disturbed by pests. Which is best? They both have pros and cons, so it depends on each different situation. All the facts are below to help you choose which is best in your prevailing conditions at that time. Clay Pebbles vs Perlite Clay pebbles are relatively inexpensive and easy to find, making them a great option for both beginners and experienced gardeners alike. 4. Improve Drainage and Aeration

Uses of clay pebbles

In the end, the structure is like a sponge, with lots of tiny cavities to retain water, nutrients, and clay. Clay Pebbles work for almost every type of plant and air moisturizers as well. They are very light, which holds air and increases the aeration for the root system. Clay pebbles can also be used to make a miniature greenhouse. Simply place a layer of clay pebbles on a tray, and then place your plants on top. Place the tray in a sunny spot, and the clay pebbles will help to create a humid environment. Clay pebbles and perlite can be cleaned and reused. They can be sanitized by adding 10% bleach to the water. • Weight The density of your clay pebbles is an important factor in how it will perform as a potting medium. Pebble density is rarely advertised directly for most LECA products, but sometimes brands will offer an average porosity of their product. Porosity is a measure of the empty space within the structure of the clay pebble. A good porosity is anywhere between 60-85%.