Chillagoe Perlite (REPACKED IN A BOX)

Chillagoe Perlite is a sterile, lightweight and expanded perlite. Perlite is produced when perlite ore is rapidly heated to above 850°c, and this water vaporises and causes the softened rock to expand. It has a wide range of uses. Its garden uses include soil aeration, drainage, seed raising, hydroponics, plant propagation, orchid mixes, cactus and succulent soil. Industrial uses include filtration, insulation, construction & fireproofing.

Perlite for Gardening:

Perlite is a popular potting mix and soil medium that can be used to improve soil aeration and drainage. When mixed with soil, it helps prevent soil compaction while retaining some moisture and allowing excessive water to drain away. This makes it ideal for most plants, especially those prone to root rot. Perlite is pH neutral and sterile, reducing the risk of disease. Perlite is especially popular for seed raising, propagating, re-potting, growing orchids, cacti, succulents and hydroponic growing. 

Main Features:

• Australian-made and owned.
• Aerates & loosens the mix - the irregular shape of Chillagoe Perlite holds other media in the mix apart, allowing air to reach even the tiniest of roots.
• Holds moisture in the soil, allowing the plant to draw more moisture in faster.
• Permanent non-toxic.
• Neutral PH and sterile.
• Great soil insulation.
• Very light in weight.

Disclaimer: Please note that the 25-litre and 50-litre bags have been repackaged from full-sized bags. So these sizes come with no labelling or re-sealed, opened bags.

Please select this option only if you're ordering far from Sydney, i.e., in Regional NSW or outside NSW. If you are in Sydney or the surrounding areas, please select the option labelled Sydney & Surround (see below)