399.00

Benefits :

  • They are best at retaining moisture.
  • They are great for water drainage
  • These light weight and porous balls hold air in them and increases the aeration for the root system of the plant.
  • Leca balls are reusable
  • Since the Leca only wicks water up to the plant when it is needed and this means the time between the watering is extended.

 

How to use :

  • Rinse the clay balls with water & repeat the process until the leftover water is clean.
  • The clay balls are covered with dust and it can cause clogging hence it is advisable to clean it outside.
  • Once cleaned, soak it for min 24 hrs. Wash again before use.
  • Ph water level should be anywhere b/w 5.5 – 6 as it works well with most plants.
  • If you are new to this growing medium, it’s best to start with easy to propagate in water / with small plants.
  • Ensure you change water once in every 2-3 days.
  • Add liquid fertiliser

Note :

  • Leca is just a collection of clay balls & doesn’t contain any nutrients. It only takes care of watering your plant.
  • Rinse, soak, or sterilize before reusing
  • Never let your pebbles dry out
  • Not suitable for cold outdoor climates
  • Can be problematic with pumps and plumbing. Hence it is advisable to drain the water out
  • If you are new this growing medium, it’s best to start with easy to propagate in water or with small plants.
  • You can use pebbles in conjunction with soil but NOT as a substitute for soil outdoors.

Available in two sizes

  • Size of Leca balls : Small
  • Diameter : 1 – 2 cms
  • Size of Leca balls : Medium
  • Diameter : 2 – 4 cms

 

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Light expanded clay aggregates

Leca balls are made by heating the clay. As the clay balls heat up, they fill with bubbles and form into small marble sized balls. Irregular in size – these clay pebbles are the most favorable medium for drain systems.

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