{"title":"Coir Products","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse Tropikol's full range of coco coir products, including compressed blocks, bricks and husk chips. All peat-free, triple-washed and manufactured for consistent quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"coco-coir-5-kg-block-low-ec-washed","title":"COCO COIR 5 KG BLOCK (LOW EC \/ WASHED)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoco Coir 5kg Block – Low EC \/ Washed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate your ideal growing mix with Tropikol’s washed, low-EC coco coir. Made from coconut husks, this peat-free growing medium holds moisture while maintaining an airy structure around roots. Each compact 5kg block expands to approximately 75-80 litres when hydrated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWashed, low EC:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Processed to reduce soluble salts, giving you greater control over your feeding programme.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoisture retention:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helps maintain moisture between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAiry structure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supports drainage and aeration when used in a suitable growing mix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeat-free:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Made from coconut husks as an alternative to peat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact and convenient:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy to store and transport before hydration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use as a growing-medium base or blend with perlite, compost and other suitable ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed-starting mixes, potting blends, containers, raised beds, vegetables, flowers and houseplants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to prepare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the block in a large container and add water gradually, following the pack instructions. Allow it to absorb the water and expand, then loosen and fluff until evenly hydrated. Blend as needed for your plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding and buffering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoco coir provides little plant nutrition, so use a suitable fertiliser programme. This product is washed but not calcium–magnesium buffered. For applications requiring pre-buffered coir, choose Tropikol Buffered Coco Coir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlock weight: 5kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpanded volume: 75-80 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreatment: Washed \/ low EC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Coconut coir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeat-free: Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor horticultural use. Expansion volume varies with hydration and handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropikol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55530013393235,"sku":"TRK-CC-5K-LEC-RTL-1","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/7218\/4915\/files\/IMG-20260810-WA0011_d47aa867-573f-41e5-bc1c-d5cc578eabcd.jpg?v=1786719166"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tropikol.com\/collections\/coco-coir-products.oembed","provider":"Tropikol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}