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USEFUL FOR A WHOLE LOT MORE.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlocasia like moisture. Their roots, however, still need oxygen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat sounds simple enough, but it is exactly where many potting mixes fall short. A mix that dries too quickly can leave Alocasia repeatedly wilting between waterings, while a dense, waterlogged mix can remain wet for too long and reduce the air available to the roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe wanted something in between.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo we asked a retired soil scientist with more than 60 years of professional experience to help us develop a peat-free mix specifically around the way Alocasia grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix #2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: a moisture-retentive terrestrial mix with enough structure and aeration to remain open as it stays hydrated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoconut coir forms the moisture-holding base. Orchiata pine bark and Perlite #2 create structure and air space. Worm castings provide a modest organic nutrient contribution, while activated biochar adds additional porosity and nutrient-holding capacity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe goal isn't to make a mix that stays \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's to make one that doesn't dry out too quickly while still giving roots access to air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHAT'S IN THE BAG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuffered Coconut Coir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe foundation of the mix. Coir distributes and retains moisture while providing a peat-free growing medium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrchiata Pine Bark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds coarse structure and helps resist compaction as the mix ages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriple-Cleaned Perlite #2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreates additional pore space for drainage and root-zone aeration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorm Castings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds organic matter and a mild source of plant nutrients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActivated Biochar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds highly porous carbon with nutrient-holding capacity and contributes to the physical structure of the mix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDEVELOPED FOR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlocasia, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eincluding Frydek, Polly, Black Velvet and other commonly cultivated species and hybrids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt also works particularly well for many moisture-loving terrestrial plants, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalathea \u0026amp; Maranta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegonias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeace Lilies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTerrestrial Ferns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJewel Orchids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand other tropical houseplants that prefer an evenly moist, aerated root zone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHOW IT BEHAVES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoisture Retention:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAeration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Controlled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTexture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fine to Medium-Chunky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 5.5–6.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this mix is intentionally moisture retentive, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edo not overpot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose a container appropriate for the size of the existing root system rather than putting a small plant into a disproportionately large volume of mix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater according to the plant and your growing conditions rather than on a fixed schedule. 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When using a reservoir system, a physical wick provides continuous contact between the water reservoir and the substrate, allowing Mix #100 to distribute that moisture throughout the container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this mix has very high moisture retention and wicking ability, watering frequency should always be adjusted for your plant, container size, temperature, light, airflow and growing environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsistently moist does not mean permanently saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOPTIONAL BOOSTER PACK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix #100 is complete and ready to use exactly as it comes from the bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor growers who want additional root-zone amendments, we also offer our optional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emyco+ Essentials Booster Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot a fertilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and does not replace your normal fertilizing program.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Booster Pack is completely optional. 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Zeolite has significant cation-exchange capacity, allowing it to retain exchangeable nutrient ions while also contributing to moisture buffering within the substrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these components create a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehighly aerated, fast-draining and strongly wicking mineral substrate designed to maintain its physical structure over extended use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDEVELOPED FOR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix #19 can be used with a wide variety of plants suited to mineral and semi-hydro culture, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroids • Hoya • Orchids • Begonias • Gesneriads • Tropical Plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be used in appropriate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eself-watering, reservoir and conventional container systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause container design, reservoir height, environmental conditions and individual plant requirements affect moisture availability, establish and maintain the watering or reservoir system appropriate for the particular plant and container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% MINERAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix #19 contains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno bark, peat, coconut coir or other organic growing-media components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike organic components, its mineral ingredients do not decompose in the same manner, allowing the physical structure of the substrate to remain stable over extended use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHEN TO REPOT OR TRANSITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepot when the plant has outgrown its container, the root system requires attention, or a change in growing system is desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause Mix #19 is composed entirely of durable mineral components, repotting is generally determined by the condition of the plant, roots and container system rather than decomposition of the growing media.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHOW TO USE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Rinse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRinse Mix #19 thoroughly with clean water before use to remove loose mineral dust and fines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Prepare the Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully remove the plant from its existing container and remove as much deteriorated or incompatible growing media from the root system as appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlants transitioning from conventional organic media to PON or semi-hydro culture may experience an adjustment period while the root system adapts to its new growing environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Inspect the Roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspect the root system and remove dead or damaged roots when appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Select the Container\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a clean container or semi-hydroponic system appropriate for the plant, with a drainage or reservoir configuration suited to the intended growing method.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Pot the Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition the plant at the appropriate depth and carefully work Mix #19 around the roots without excessive compaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6. Establish the Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain moisture and nutrition according to the particular plant, container system and stage of root establishment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more detailed growing and semi-hydroponic guides, visit our website.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHY THESE INGREDIENTS?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreates the primary porous mineral framework, providing durable structure and substantial air-filled pore space while retaining and distributing moisture within its internal pores.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLava Rock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides durable porous mineral structure that increases air space and facilitates rapid movement of excess water throughout the growing media.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZeolite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides substantial internal surface area and cation-exchange capacity, contributing moisture buffering and the retention of exchangeable nutrient ions within the growing media.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSE \u0026amp; RESPONSIBILITY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur mixes are meticulously formulated to provide the appropriate balance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoisture, aeration, structural integrity and drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for their intended plants. However, even the best growing media cannot compensate for unsuitable growing conditions or improper care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant performance also depends on factors outside our control, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003econtainer design, watering or reservoir management, airflow, lighting, humidity, nutrition and plant selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese mixes are professional growing tools. Results depend on how they are used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHANK YOU!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy choosing one of our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprofessionally formulated, hand-blended mixes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, you're supporting a small business genuinely obsessed with plant health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery bag is hand-blended because we believe your plants deserve better than another generic, mass-produced growing medium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your plants love PON+, please consider leaving us a review. 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