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- Inert, pH-neutral, and chemically stable â do not break down over time
- Excellent drainage prevents waterlogging; high porosity supports root oxygenation
- Reusable after sterilisation â wash, soak in diluted hydrogen peroxide, and reuse
- Used in net pots for NFT, DWC, Kratky, and media-bed systems
- Lightweight relative to soil or gravel â ideal for stacked or vertical systems
- Rinse thoroughly before first use to remove clay dust that can clog pumps