Laterlite Potting And Repotting Indoor And Outdoor Plants
POTTING AND REPOTTING INDOOR AND OUTDOOR PLANTS
POTTING AND REPOTTING INDOOR AND OUTDOOR PLANTS
When potting or repotting indoor and outdoor plants, either in pots, containers, or planters, the most important prerequisite is to create optimum conditions for the development of the root systems and the plant in general, and to maintain these conditions over time.
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IMPROVES DRAINAGE
Improves drainage in pots and planters
BRAND
Laterlite
PRODUCT TYPE
Indoor And Outdoor Plants
STRUCTURE QUALITY
Improves substrate structure quality
ADVANTAGES
Laterlite Agri Expanded Clay pebbles can be used in various ways to ensure the health of plants in pots:
- Surface mulch
- Potting soil component
- Drainage layer at the bottom of the pot
COMPONENT
Potting soil component
PREVENTS
Prevents soil compaction over time
ENVIRONMENT
Outdoor
SURFACE
Surface Mulch
REDUCES THE WEIGHT OF POTS
Reduces the weight of pots and planters, making them easier to position or move and avoiding overloading the support structure (roof gardens or on balconies).
POTTING SOIL - SUBSTRATE
Good substrate drainage and aeration are indispensable for a plant to absorb the water and mineral salts it requires for all its physiological functions (branching, flowering, fruiting, etc.) whereas poor drainage or aeration will retard root respiration and may encourage root disease and parasitic fungi.
PRODUCTION
Made in USA
HIGH POROSITY
High porosity enhances moisture retention
EXPANDED CLAY
Laterlite Agri Expanded Clay pebbles can be used in various ways to ensure the health of plants in pots.
SUPPORT
Supports healthy root growth
SUBSTRATE
Increases porosity and aerationin the substrate
PREVENTS COMPACTION
Prevents compaction of the substrate over timebecause expanded clay is dimensionally stable and lightweight
MULCH
Laterlite Agri Expanded Clay pebbles are frequently used as mulch for potted plants. When laid on top of the substrate they prevent weed growth, reduce moisture loss due to evaporation, minimise water stress and the need for irrigation in hot weather, protect the soil from extreme temperature changes, and provide an aesthetically pleasing finish.
AERATION
Enhances drainage and aeration
DRAINAGE AND PREVENTS
Improves drainage and prevents water stagnation
GUARANTEES A MOISTURE RESERVE
Guarantees a moisture reserve over the long term because water remains trapped in its pores and is gradually released to the roots. This reduces water stress in hot weather and in the intervals between watering
MULCH
Laterlite Expanded Clay used as a mulching layer on top of a substrate is fundamentally important for preventing or limiting the spread of weeds and reducing water and thermal stress in plants. Because of its inorganic nature and durability, mulching made with Laterlite Expanded Clay does not degrade, requires minimal replenishment or replacement, and does not propagate fire (Euroclass A1 – Incombustible).
SUITABLE
Suitable for pots planters
IDEAL
Ideal for indoor outdoor plants
ORGANIC COMPONENTS
Similar problems may result if the substrate in the pot becomes compacted due to the growth of the roots themselves, the decomposing organic components, or the movement of irrigation water.
FUNDAMENTAL COMPONENT
For these reasons Laterlite Agri is a fundamental component in substrates and ensures the long-term efficiency of the plant+pot system. For particular plant types (e.g. orchids) and in hydroponics and aquaponics the substrate can be made from expanded clay only.
IRRIGATION SYSTEM
The correct proportions of Laterlite Agri and growth substrate will depend on the plant type and the irrigation system. In general, they range from 20% (1 part Laterlite Agri + 4 parts organic component) to 40% (2 parts Laterlite Agri + 3 parts organic component).
AS A DRAINAGE AND MOISTURE RESERVE
When re-potting, a layer of Laterlite Agri pebbles placed below the potting soil at the bottom of the pot, planter, or container prevents damage from stagnating water whilst its high porosity and capillary power act as a valuable moisture reserve that favours rooting and plant health.If planting directly into a trench in the ground, the same advantages can be obtained by spreading a layer of expanded clay along the bottom of the trench (to a suggested thickness of at least 10 – 20 cm).
LAYER
Expanded clay drainage layer
PREVENTS WATER
Prevents water stagnation and root damage