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Espoma Organic Perlite; All Natural and Approved for Organic Gardening. Helps Loosen and Aerate Heavy Soils, Prevent Compaction & Promotes Root Growth – Pack of 1
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Brand | Espoma |
Style | Modern |
Item Volume | 8 Quarts |
About this item
- FOR USE ON: Use Espoma Organic Perlite to help loosen heavy potting soils. Perlite helps improve Porosity of soils and prevents soil compaction.
- CONTAINS: 100% Perlite with no additives. Perlite is a lightweight & non-toxic material that has a neutral pH.
- WHEN / HOW TO USE: Add to potting mixes and garden soils. Mix thoroughly to allow additional pore space for air and to allow water better drainage. Also, use for starting cuttings and overwintering bulbs.
- FOR ORGANIC GARDENING: Espoma Organic Perlite is approved for organic gardening; It is a registered Organic Input Material meaning it meets all requirements for organic production.
- MADE IN THE USA: Product of the Espoma Company. The leader in natural organics since 1929.
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Espoma PR8 8-Quart Organic Perlite.
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Product Dimensions | 8 x 5 x 5 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.68 pounds |
Manufacturer | Espoma |
ASIN | B002Y0AK6S |
Item model number | PR8 |
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4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #29,878 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #977 in Garden Fertilizers |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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Customers like the quality, performance, and value of the perlite. For example, they mention it's the epitome of flawless perlite, works well for amending potting mix, and is great value for money. Customers are also satisfied with drainage, plant health, and ease of mixing. That said, opinions are mixed on dust and size.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the perlite. They mention that it's the epitome of flawless perlite, pure, and works well for bulking soil. Some say that the perlit is a little more powdery than they would like, but it'll still work for their purposes. Overall, customers are happy with the product and recommend it to others.
"...Its natural composition, ability to loosen heavy soils, prevent compaction, and promote root growth make it an excellent choice for gardeners..." Read more
"...This stuff was great for bulking the soil and seems pretty quality...." Read more
"...That said, this perlite is the epitome of flawless perlite...." Read more
"I have purchased this brand of perlite several times. It is very good quality, does not contain too much dust, and offers good drainage...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the soil. They mention that it works well for amending potting mix, and carnivorous plants. Some say that it's the best product they've ever used and that it lightens up some soil for new plants in Grow Bags.
"This worked well to lighten up some soil for new plants in Grow Bags. Espoma is a good brand and I use some of their fertilizers...." Read more
"...You don't necessarily want to breathe this stuff in. It does the job very well though. Great drainage and saving my plants from mold and diseases." Read more
"Works just fine! The potting soil I buy has some perlite in it, but not nearly enough for some of the dry climate plants I have...." Read more
"...The product worked great as I had a great harvest, I still have some left over for my new blocks." Read more
Customers like the value of the soil. They say it's a great buy, and a wonderful product.
"Good product but expensive" Read more
"...Great value and my potted indoor plants and container outdoor plants are thriving now." Read more
"...But this was pricey for perlite, imho...." Read more
"...It's also easy to get around this issue. Well worth the price and convenience!" Read more
Customers like the drainage of the soil. They say it helps potting soil drain water well, without compromising nutrients or minerals. It also helps prevent root rot and improves air and water permeability.
"...It does the job very well though. Great drainage and saving my plants from mold and diseases." Read more
"...and porous material into the soil, it helps create air pockets, improving drainage and preventing soil compaction...." Read more
"...this to my potting mixes when repotting houseplants - it helps drain and airate the soil preventing root rot...." Read more
"...Perlite is a white, lightweight, and typically formed by the hydration of obsidian (Dragonglass. Game of Thrones reference)...." Read more
Customers find the soil good for plants, great for succulents and house plants, and helps aerate roots for healthier plants. They also say it's good for sprouting seeds and growing mushrooms. Overall, customers are happy with the product's ability to keep their plants healthy and happy.
"...It does the job very well though. Great drainage and saving my plants from mold and diseases." Read more
"...prevent compaction, and promote root growth make it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking to optimize their soil conditions and enhance plant..." Read more
"Honestly one of the best gardening products out there...." Read more
"...As an inert substrate, it's safe in your soil and won't get sucked up into your plant. Just remember to wash edibles well!" Read more
Customers find the soil easy to mix. They say it's a great component to mix with soil for drainage, and is perfect for adding to succulent soil mix. Customers also say it mixes easily with soil and coco coir to make lighter soil mixes. They also say that it'll be a good addition to potting mixes.
"...It mixes easily with other soil components." Read more
"...Also great to mix into soils that tend to retain too much moisture...." Read more
"Great to add to potting soil to make it less nutrient dense, and increase its air and water permeability...." Read more
"...This makes a nice addition to my seed starting mixture." Read more
Customers are mixed about the dust. Some mention that it has not too much dust, it aerates the soil perfectly, and is clean and ready to use. However, others say that it contains a lot of fine dust that can irritate your lungs and leave traces of powder everywhere.
"...Only complaint - the top of the perlite in the bag often contains a lot of fine dust, so be careful about scooping it close to your face or you will..." Read more
"...Then, no dust came out as I continued. I confess, I poured the whole bag into the mix...." Read more
"Scared for my health. Such tiny pieces filled the air making incredible cloud of dust...." Read more
"...THE DIRT HAS MUCH BETTER AIRATION, DRAIN AND NUTIENT DELIVERY. I ALWAYS USE THIS AND HAVE THE BIGGEST BUDS...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the soil. Some mention that the pieces are small but perfect sized, while others say that they were uniformly small. Some say that the bag was bigger than expected, and that there are nice large pieces.
"...this lightweight and porous material into the soil, it helps create air pockets, improving drainage and preventing soil compaction...." Read more
"As some other buyers said, the perlite pieces were a bit smaller than expected and was probably crushed a bit from shipping...." Read more
"...They are perfect-sized and the pores aren't too big that it looks too much like styrofoam...." Read more
"...They were a little smaller than I expected but that has no effect on their usefulness. This helped me lighten up some muddy... awful soil...." Read more
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I've still got some left to try, but as I mixed this in to a batch I thought it might be "the one". I tore off the top of the bag and it just came off cleanly, a simple ZIP! and the bag was open. I know that doesn't seem like a big deal but when your hands are covered in stuff and you have to fight with a bag of perlite, it doesn't make you feel warmly about it. This was a relief.
But next! The best! Part! I started carefully, oh so carefully, pouring it into my mix. The first pour, some dust came up but it wasn't too bad.
Then, no dust came out as I continued. I confess, I poured the whole bag into the mix. Partially because it was that big of a mix but also because I was fixated on how no dust was coming out and I am so used to HUGE, room-covering dust plumes from perlite (and not just from the child sized bag, but other brands I've been trying) that REQUIRE I wear a mask and vacuum immediately afterwards even if I'm super careful. I got every last bit out of the bag and started mixing and still no dust.
I'm a huge fan of this. I'm going to order more to see if this is consistent, but so far I'm really thrilled with it. It made things so much easier. I don't have the energy to rinse perlite, it's an unreasonable mess. I'm really thrilled to have honestly clean perlite now.
The primary benefit of Espoma Organic Perlite lies in its ability to loosen and aerate heavy soils. By incorporating this lightweight and porous material into the soil, it helps create air pockets, improving drainage and preventing soil compaction. This enhanced aeration allows plant roots to access oxygen more easily, promoting healthy root development.
Furthermore, Espoma Organic Perlite aids in preventing soil compaction. When used as a soil amendment, it helps maintain soil structure over time, reducing the risk of compacted soil that can impede root growth and nutrient absorption.
The promotion of root growth is another key advantage of using Espoma Organic Perlite. Its porous nature allows roots to extend more freely, enabling better nutrient uptake and overall plant health. This leads to stronger, more resilient plants with improved yields.
Overall, Espoma Organic Perlite is a valuable addition to any gardening or planting project. Its natural composition, ability to loosen heavy soils, prevent compaction, and promote root growth make it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking to optimize their soil conditions and enhance plant vitality.
Let's say you have regular potting soil, but need cactus soil. You don't need to buy separate cactus soil because you can add some perlite to the mix in a 50/50 ratio, and it's now cactus soil. That's what improving heavy soils means, lightening and airing it up so water can flow through easily. The ratio of how you mix it depends on the needs of your plants. Do your research and give your plants the proper growing environment.
Perlite is a white, lightweight, and typically formed by the hydration of obsidian (Dragonglass. Game of Thrones reference). Be careful when digging it out of the bag as it can easily blow around and out of the bag. You also want to be careful in not breathing in any crushed dust particles.
This is a great product to improve existing potting soil you may have, or to create your own custom mix. Recommended.