{"product_id":"pon-tezula-semi-hydro-grow-series-mix-19","title":"Pon+ Tezula Semi Hydro Grow Series (Mix #19)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePON+ MINERAL POTTING MIX – MIX #19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumice • Lava Rock • Zeolite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% MINERAL GROWING MEDIA FOR PON, SEMI-HYDRO \u0026amp; SELF-WATERING SYSTEMS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChunkiness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ★★★★☆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAeration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoisture Retention:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ★★★½☆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLongevity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWicking:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ★★★★☆\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note, due to the weight of this product, 1 Gallon is NOT the most economical option. Monetarily, it is hands down, but more than 70% of that is Shipping. 4 Gallons is your best option, but we still include 1 gallon for those with small collections. Even smaller options coming soon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix #19 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% mineral growing medium formulated for PON and semi-hydroponic growing systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combining durable porous minerals to provide substantial root-zone aeration, moisture distribution and long-lasting physical structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePumice creates the primary porous mineral framework, providing substantial air space while retaining moisture within its internal pores. Lava rock contributes additional durable porous structure and helps maintain rapid drainage throughout the growing medium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA substantial proportion of zeolite distinguishes our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePON+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e formula. 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. 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