GROW!T Coco Coir Chips, Block
Best sustainable growing medium for indoor and outdoor plant enthusiasts.
GROW!T Coco Coir Chips Block is an organic, eco-friendly growing medium perfect for a variety of plants, including tropical flowers and houseplants. This compressed block expands significantly, offering excellent aeration and water retention for healthy root development. It's thoroughly rinsed to ensure low salt content, making it ideal for soilless systems or as a soil amendment. Lightweight and easy to handle, it can be used directly or blended for custom mixes, serving also as a water-retaining mulch or decorative ground cover.
$14.23
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
11
/ 1247
#11 in Soil
Price vs Category Average
-72%
Below average
Material
Coco Coir Chips
/ Coco Coir Chips
Who it's for
- Gardeners growing plants prone to root rot
- Busy plant owners needing less frequent watering
- Eco-conscious growers seeking long-term soil durability
Who should skip it
- Collectors of salt-sensitive or delicate exotic plants
- Gardeners needing an immediate, ready-to-use potting medium
- Beginners looking for a self-fertilizing soil mix
Performance breakdown
Aeration capacity
Chip structure promotes superior airflow for vigorous root system development.
Hydration efficiency
Retains moisture effectively while preventing waterlogged conditions for sensitive plants.
Purity standards
Thorough rinsing process minimizes salt buildup for delicate tropical varieties.
Storage convenience
Compressed block design saves significant space in your gardening shed.
Preparation effort
Requires manual rehydration time before it is ready for planting.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly as a soil amendment, mulch, or standalone medium.
Key Specs
Material
Coco Coir Chips
Expansion Volume
Equivalent to more than 2 cubic feet
Preparation
Must be soaked to expand
Treatment
Thoroughly rinsed with fresh water to remove salts
Buffering Status
Unbuffered
Fertilizer Source
Organic
Nitrogen
0%
Phosphorus
0%
Features
- Eco-friendly and sustainable growing medium
- Optimizes air-to-water ratio for roots
- Excellent water retention for mulching
- Lightweight and easy to store
- Versatile for custom soil mixes
- Low salt content
- Ideal for tropical plants
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
What customers say
Customers highly value the exceptional quality and economic benefit of the GROW!T Coco Coir Chips. This substrate is consistently noted for its cleanliness, significantly reducing preuse rinsing compared to other brands. The block expands impressively, offering excellent yield for the investment, making it a smart choice for various gardening needs. Users appreciate its superior ability to retain water while promoting aeration, which supports healthier plant development. This product delivers reliable performance and outstanding value, simplifying substrate preparation effectively.
Know before you buy
To expand the block, place it in a large container and add water. Allow it to soak until the chips have fully absorbed the moisture and broken apart, which will yield over 2 cubic feet of growing medium.
No, this is a pure, organic coco coir product with 0% nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. You will need to add your own nutrients or fertilizer depending on the specific needs of your plants.
This product is unbuffered. Because it is thoroughly rinsed to ensure low salt content, it is ready to use, but you should monitor your nutrient solution's pH if you are using it in a soilless hydroponic system.
Yes, the chips are excellent for mulching. Their structure provides great water retention and aeration, helping to keep soil moisture consistent while suppressing weeds around your plants.
Absolutely. The coco coir chips provide an ideal air-to-water ratio that promotes healthy root development, making them a great choice for tropical flowers and various indoor houseplants.
Yes, they are highly versatile. You can blend them into your existing potting mix to improve drainage and aeration, or use them as a standalone medium for soilless growing.
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