Starter coir pellets x100

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After the coir is separated from the coconuts, it’s stored in piles for a few years. This puts it at risk for pathogens due to the natural pH of coco coir. Most producers that experience this will chemically sterilize the coir so it’s ready for use in your garden. This also has its risks — it can prematurely break down the fibers and peat. To protect the sensitive roots make sure to completely cover the Jiffy-7 pellet in the flower bed, or pot that you are using when planting them. Another added bonus to the coir pellets is that they allow for proper air circulation, even if there is too much water. Proper aeration is incredibly important for plants, since it allows for optimal growing conditions. It helps to prevent root rot and compacted soil, and the roots have an easier time in the uptake of water. Environmentally safe: Although I am a fan of using sphagnum peat moss in the garden, there’s no denying the environmental concerns that peat moss poses. Coconut coir doesn’t have the same problems. Unlike peat moss, which breaks down more rapidly, it can be used more than once. It’s also a repurposed waste product from a renewable resource, unlike the peat bogs where we get our peat moss. For larger seeds such as tomato simply drop 1 or 2 seeds into the a coir pellet. I prefer to cover these larger seeds with a sprinkling of Vermiculite. (see offer)

Growing chillies from seed is fairly easy as long as you have a warm, light nursery for them. The key to success is to start early enough.Extra deep pellets are easy to re-hydrate, ready for use by hand, or during the normal irrigation cycle. We’ve tested a lot of different brands and learned a lot simply through trial and error. Here are our findings, which you can take with a grain of salt (pun intended). This range of Jiffy pellets are manufactured from peat, carefully harvested from bogs. They are are subject to stringent controls to ensure minimal environmental impact. Coir Pellets We are an authorised dealer for Jiffy Products. Please be aware of cheap imitations, as the results you will get from them when growing and propagating will not be the same as the genuine article. Please Note: Keep in mind that for optimal use, the pellets must be hydrated before seedlings or cuttings are planted inside them. How to use Jiffy-7C pellets:

Retains moisture and provides a good environment: Coco coir is one of the most effective growing media for water retention out there. It can absorb up to 10x its weight in water, meaning the roots of your plants will never get dehydrated. There’s also a lot of growing media for roots to work through, promoting healthy root development. Expand the pellets – When using coir pellets for germination of seedlings, the dry flat disc must be soaked in water. Place the pellets in a waterproof tray. Make sure the small, imprinted hole is facing up. Pour warm water over the discs and wait for them to expand.SO EASY AND CONVENIENT – No more fiddling with loose compost and many pots! Each 36mm round pellet contains enough growing medium to get your plants started. Just place the amount of pellets you need in a waterproof container, add warm water and leave it until liquid is absorbed and the pellets have swelled and are damp. You are then ready to fill your pellets with seeds and cuttings.