Ecoponic is an alternative to soil. Officially classified as a Vulcaponic Substrate – it’s a pure mineral mixture of pumice and zeolite.
It is permanently structurally stable (it will not break down or compact) this keeps the soil more airy and allows the roots to absorb enough oxygen.
It has optimal air pore volume (over 35%) and can absorb 44% of its weight in water – this gives ideal conditions for growing. The zeolites save nutrients that are released to the plant when needed.
Finally, Ecoponic is a circular product – it can be reused and recycled infinitely
THE BENEFITS OF ECOPONIC
PEAT FREE
Peat is commonly found in compost due to its water retention and nutritional qualities. The natural wetlands where Peat is found is critical to the survival of plants and wildlife. Not only that, but peat bogs store huge amounts of carbon which must be kept in the ground to avoid contributing to climate change.
According to the IUCN UK Peatland Programme, “A loss of only 5% of UK peatland carbon would be equal to the UK’s annual greenhouse gas emissions”
Ecoponic is 100% soil free. This helps to protect our vulnerable peatlands – protecting wildlife and reducing carbon emissions.
REDUCES WATER USE
Ecoponic is very efficient at storing water. It can absorb up to 44% of it’s weight in water. During the watering, the grains absorbed it and no water remains in the pot. The roots slowly absorb the moisture from the substrate. This not only benefits the plant, it also reduces the amount of water used.
LESS CHANCE OF FLIES OR PESTS
Flies and pests can be an incredibly annoying problem in an office environment. As Ecoponic contains no organic material, there is almost no chance of soil-borne pests.
