Perfect Plants Perlite is an excavated mineral rock that is mixed with potting soil to help manage aeration and drainage for potted plants. The mineral is light-weight and porous creating air pockets within the soil that alleviate stress on roots. Perlite has been shown to help maximize root growth while lessening stress of drainage management for gardeners with plants kept in containers. Simply mix Perfect Plants Perlite with a multi-purpose potting mix or seed starter before planting. Perfect Plants Perlite comes in a 13x15" heavy duty, re-sealable bag — perfect for storage or later use.
- The lightweight mineral prevents soil from compacting and "suffocating" the roots.
- It allows proper aeration of the soil so that excess water and toxins can drain appropriately.
- Perlite pieces loosen dense parts of the soil which allow room for roots to expand and absorb essential nutrients.
- Since perlite is a mineral it will not decompose and advantageously it carries a neutral pH balance. This means it will match the pH balance of your soil when combined, instead of change it.