Exfoliators Perlite/Vermiculite 50/50 Blend 20L – Premium Propagation & Growing Mix
Exfoliators Perlite/Vermiculite 50/50 Blend 20L is a premium ready-to-use growing medium that combines the excellent drainage and aeration of perlite with the outstanding moisture retention of vermiculite. This balanced blend creates an ideal root environment for seed raising, propagation, cuttings, and growing a wide variety of plants where healthy root development is essential.
Perlite is a naturally expanded volcanic rock that introduces thousands of tiny air spaces throughout the growing medium. These air pockets improve oxygen availability around the roots, helping to prevent compaction while encouraging strong, healthy root growth. Vermiculite, a naturally expanded mineral, complements this by absorbing and holding moisture and nutrients, releasing them gradually as plants require them. Together they create an ideal balance between air and water that supports rapid plant establishment.
The 50/50 blend provides excellent moisture management without becoming waterlogged. Excess water drains freely through the perlite while the vermiculite retains sufficient moisture to reduce plant stress between waterings. This makes the blend particularly suitable for seed germination, striking cuttings, propagation trays, seedling production, and young plants that require consistently moist growing conditions.
Exfoliators Perlite/Vermiculite Blend is clean, lightweight, sterile, and free from weeds, pests, and soil-borne diseases. Because both components are chemically inert and pH neutral, growers have complete control over nutrient programs when using hydroponic fertilisers or liquid feeds. The lightweight nature of the blend also makes it easy to handle while reducing the overall weight of pots, trays, and propagation containers.
Suitable for both indoor and outdoor growing, this versatile substrate can be used on its own or blended into potting mixes, coco coir, compost, or garden soil to improve structure, aeration, moisture retention, and drainage. Whether you’re propagating seedlings, growing vegetables, herbs, flowers, or ornamental plants, Exfoliators Perlite/Vermiculite 50/50 Blend provides the ideal foundation for healthy root systems and vigorous plant growth.
Key Features
- Premium 50% perlite and 50% vermiculite blend
- Ready-to-use 20L growing medium
- Excellent balance of drainage and moisture retention
- Promotes healthy root development
- Ideal for seed raising and propagation
- Perfect for striking cuttings and young plants
- Lightweight and easy to handle
- Sterile and free from weeds, pests and diseases
- pH neutral and chemically inert
- Suitable for hydroponics, coco, soil and potting mixes
- Improves aeration and water retention
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor growing
