Searles Horticultural Coir Peat 5L is a coconut-derived growing medium for adding to potting and seed-raising mixes. This coco coir helps mixes hold moisture and nutrients while allowing air movement around roots. Part of the Searles Horticultural Mix-Ins range, it is suitable for indoor plants, propagation and worm farming.
Benefits of Searles Coir Peat
- Moisture retention: helps maintain consistent moisture in growing mixes.
- Nutrient retention: helps potting mixes retain nutrients.
- Lightweight and free-draining: supports aeration and healthy root development.
- Renewable material: made from coconut husk fibres.
- Versatile uses: suitable for delicate plants, indoor plant mixes, seed raising, propagation and worm farming.
- Convenient 5-litre pack: suitable for preparing smaller batches of growing mix.
How to Use
Indoor Plants and Potting Mixes
- Lightly moisten the coir peat before use.
- Combine 1 part coir peat with 4 parts potting mix, using the same measuring container for each part.
- Blend evenly, plant as required and water gently.
Seed Raising
Combine 1 part coir peat with 3 parts seed raising mix. Sow seeds according to the seed packet directions and keep the mix evenly moist.
Worm Farming
Add a small layer of coir peat to the base of the worm farm.
Product Details
- Brand: Searles
- Range: Horticultural Mix-Ins
- Pack size: 5 litres
- Material: coconut husk fibres
- Product code: MCPB
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Handling and Storage
Read the health warnings on the packaging before opening and using this product. Wear gloves and a mask, avoid breathing dust, use in a well-ventilated area and wash hands after use. Store in a cool, dry place out of reach of children and pets. Not for human or pet consumption.
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