Content: 3 l
Content: 3 l
Content: 3 l
What is Plant Granulate?
Plant granulate comes in various forms. With the right plant-specific granulate, the lifespan of your plants is extended. Typically, plant granulate is porous and helps with even watering of plants.
It consists of small, granular particles that loosen the soil, improve moisture balance, promote root growth, and protect plants from pests.
Plant granulate can be made from various materials, including:
- Coconut fibers
- Pine bark
- Clay
- Volcanic rock
What is Lava Granulate Made Of?
Lava granulate is a special type of plant granulate made from volcanic rock. It is porous and has a high water retention capacity. Lava granulate is suitable for all types of plants, especially those that require a good water balance, such as cacti, succulents, and vegetable plants.
What is the Difference Between Plant Granulate and Lava Granulate?
The main difference between regular plant granulate and lava granulate is the material. Plant granulate can be made from different materials, while lava granulate is made exclusively from volcanic rock.
Lava granulate offers the following advantages compared to other plant granulates:
- High water retention capacity
- Porous structure
- pH neutral
- Very long durability
How is Lava Granulate Used?
Lava granulate can be used in various ways:
As a covering layer, lava granulate can be spread around plants to reduce water evaporation and protect the soil from weeds.
As a plant substrate, lava granulate can be mixed into the soil to improve water retention and aeration. This is especially useful for plants with high water requirements, such as cacti and succulents.
As a drainage layer, lava granulate can be used at the bottom of a plant container or bed to avoid waterlogging.
As a decorative element, lava granulate can be used in garden beds or on terraces to achieve a natural look.
Depending on the product composition, lava granulate can also act as a protective barrier, keeping snails away from plants or preventing the spread of insects such as fungus gnats.
What Makes High-Quality Plant Granulate Stand Out?
High-quality plant granulate should have a porous structure for high water retention capacity. It should also have a long lifespan and be pH neutral.
Especially our LAVA LITE products have a very long lifespan, as they are made from natural lava stone, which is practically durable forever.
Additionally, they are safe to use in households with small children and pets, as they contain no toxic components. However, please note: neither children nor pets should eat the granulate.
What is Lava Granulate Made From?
LAVA-LITE is a volcanic rock that naturally formed during a volcanic eruption and its subsequent effects. Unlike perlite and vermiculite, it doesn't need further heat treatment. All LAVA-LITE products are 100% natural, inert (with minimal reaction with other substances), and pH neutral.
How Much Does Plant Granulate Cost?
The price of plant granulate varies depending on the material, grain size, and quantity. Plant granulate made from coconut fibers is generally the most affordable, while lava granulate costs a bit more due to its beneficial properties and long durability.
Do I Need to Be Careful When Using Lava Granulate?
Yes, you can water and fertilize lava granulate. Generally, there is very little to consider when using lava granulate, as it is quite low maintenance.
The porous nature of our LAVA-LITE allows water to flow through the material, so it can reach the bottom. However, LAVA-LITE also has the ability to retain moisture, so plants can absorb water when needed.
Our light lava granulate may turn brown over time, depending on the duration of use, fertilizer, or soil composition. This means the product is fulfilling its purpose. What happens is that tannins from the soil and fertilizer are drawn into the lava granulate. Tannins are natural and give things like tea and autumn leaves their color.
Can Lava Granulate Be Used in Vegetable and Fruit Growing?
Yes, lava granulate can also be used in vegetable and fruit growing. It improves the water retention and aeration of the soil, promoting plant growth.
What's more, our LAVA-LITE products can be used for all plants, both indoors and outdoors.
