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Char Coir Cloud Coir 50/50 Perlite/Coco RHP 50 L
Best ready-to-use medium for indoor gardeners seeking optimal root health.
Elevate your plant's growth with Char Coir Cloud Coir, an RHP-certified, ready-to-grow medium. This expertly blended 50/50 mix of coco coir and perlite ensures optimal root zone oxygenation, preventing over-saturation and enhancing nutrient uptake. It's triple-washed to remove unwanted salts and buffered for a stable pH between 6.0 and 6.5. With high Cation Exchange Capacity for superior nutrient retention, this blend provides the ideal environment for roots to thrive. Trust this premium growing medium for healthier, more vigorous plants.
$34.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
11
/ 1179
#11 in Soil
Price vs Category Average
-31%
Below average
Blend Ratio
5050
/ % Coco Coir and % Perlite
Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing healthy root development and drainage
- Botanists requiring sterile, high-quality growing environments
- Indoor growers needing consistent moisture control
Who should skip it
- Beginners intimidated by complex nutrient management
- Users sensitive to airborne dust and particulates
- Casual hobbyists with limited storage space
Performance breakdown
Root Aeration
The 50/50 perlite ratio ensures exceptional oxygen flow to the roots.
Drainage Efficiency
High-porosity blend effectively prevents waterlogging and root zone saturation.
Nutrient Retention
High Cation Exchange Capacity keeps essential nutrients available for plant uptake.
Purity Standards
Triple-washed and RHP-certified to guarantee minimal salt and contaminant levels.
pH Stability
Pre-buffered medium maintains a consistent environment for optimal nutrient absorption.
Ease of Use
Ready-to-grow convenience eliminates the need for complex pre-planting preparation.
Key Specs
Blend Ratio
50% Coco Coir and 50% Perlite
Volume
50 Liters (1.75 cu ft)
pH Stabilized
6.0 - 6.5
Electrical Conductivity (EC)
Less than 0.6 dS/m
Certification
RHP Certified for Horticulture
Weight
25 lbs
Texture
Chunky
Drainage
High
Features
- Optimized 50/50 coir and perlite blend
- Ensures superior root aeration
- Triple-washed to remove salts
- Buffered and pH stabilized
- High nutrient retention capacity
- Ready-to-grow convenience
- Prevents root zone over-saturation
- RHP Certified for quality
What customers say
The Char Coir Cloud Coir earns high marks primarily for its exceptional quality and reliability. Customers appreciate the consistent, clean nature of the RHP certified blend, which eliminates common issues found in lesser growing media. The 50/50 ratio of perlite and coco coir provides ideal aeration and moisture balance, making it remarkably easy to use straight from the bag. This dependable performance ensures healthier root systems and robust plant development, establishing it as a premium, high value choice for serious cultivation.
Know before you buy
No, this is a pre-blended 50/50 mix. It already contains an optimal amount of perlite to ensure high drainage and root zone aeration right out of the bag.
It is ready to use immediately. The coir has been triple-washed to remove excess salts and is buffered to a stable pH, so you do not need to perform any additional preparation.
RHP certification is a rigorous quality standard for horticultural substrates. It ensures the product is free of pathogens, weeds, and harmful substances, providing a consistent and safe environment for your plants.
This mix is buffered to a pH range of 6.0 to 6.5, which is the ideal sweet spot for most plants to absorb nutrients efficiently. You should adjust your nutrient solution accordingly to maintain this balance in the root zone.
Yes, it is designed for general potting use. Its high drainage and aeration properties make it an excellent choice for containers, whether you are growing indoors or on a patio.
While the perlite provides excellent drainage to prevent over-saturation, the coco coir component retains moisture well. This balance allows for frequent watering without the risk of root rot.
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