While horticultural perlite does Retain water and food for the growing plants, It is best used for drainage purposes. A good potting soil Should contain at least 25 percent perlite for proper drainage.
Bulk perlite for professional use – 120 quarts – 4 cubic foot weighing 20 pounds.
When bulk perlite is mixed with organic compost, natural soils or composted bark, it helps anchor the roots of young plants so they grow stronger.
Horticultural perlite serves as a light alternative to sand and proves to be highly beneficial in hydroponic gardening setups. Moreover, it is ideal for sprouting seeds and propagating cuttings.
Horticultural perlite is clean, sterile, pH neutral, Non-Flammable, odorless, nontoxic and neither decays nor shrinks – even pests such as insects and fungi can’t destroy it.