Mother Earth Perlite is 100% naturally occurring siliceous rock that when heated to 1600° F expands up to 20 times its original volume. This kilning process is very similar to popping popcorn and produces a growing media that is sterile and has a neutral pH of 7.0. This perlite has numerous hydroponic applications as well.
The #4 is the largest perlite on the market and averages a whopping size of around 1 inch. The #3 measures around 1/2 inch. Coarse is about 1/8 to 1/4 inch.
| Brand | Mother Earth |
|---|---|
| SKU | HGC715008-PLT |
| Weight (lb.) | 408.0000 |
| Prop 65 | false |
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| Lead Time | This Product Ships in 7-10 Business Days |
| Hazardous Material | false |
| UPC | 849969000177 |
| Shipping Restrictions | AK, HI |
| Case/Pack/Pallet Amount | 30 |
| Grow Media | Perlite |
| OMRI Certified | No |
How does Mother Earth Perlite #3 improve soil and soilless mixes?
Mother Earth Perlite #3 adds porosity to soil and soilless mixes. Mother Earth Perlite #3 has physical properties suited to improving growing media structure.
Can Mother Earth Perlite #3 be used in hydroponic growing applications?
Mother Earth Perlite #3 can be used in numerous hydroponic applications. Mother Earth Perlite #3 is a growing media made from expanded siliceous rock.
Is Mother Earth Perlite #3 sterile and pH neutral for growing mixes?
Mother Earth Perlite #3 is sterile and has a neutral pH of 7.0. Mother Earth Perlite #3 is produced by heating naturally occurring siliceous rock to 1600° F.
Why choose Mother Earth Perlite #3 for adding porosity to growing media?
Mother Earth Perlite #3 measures around 1/2 inch and adds porosity to soil and soilless mixes. Mother Earth Perlite #3 is smaller than #4 perlite, which averages around 1 inch.
How much Mother Earth Perlite #3 is included with the pallet?
The Mother Earth Perlite #3 pallet includes 30 bags. The product name identifies the package as a 4-cubic-foot pallet of 30 bags.
