Orchid Bark 6L (6-12mm)

- INHIBITS / KILLS PATHOGENS
Temperatures exceed 150ºF during the aging process.
Pathogens cannot grow and any present are killed.
Natural colonies of beneficial micro-organisms flourish.

- BENEFICIAL MICRO-ORGANISMS RESIST PATHOGENS
Penicillium sp. and Trichoderma sp. are just two of many beneficial microbes, that flourish during the aging process, that prevent pathogen growth.
It creates a healthier environment for plants.

- HOLDS & RELEASES WATER & NUTRIENTS
Aging removes waxes from the surface of the bark chip, allowing it to hold water & nutrients on the outer surface.
Aged surface provides instant & consistent rewetting.
Excellent delivery of water & nutrients from day one.

- IDEAL pH AND CHEMICAL BALANCE
Its pH 5.5 - 6.5 is ideal for most orchid varieties.
Ideal pH & low EC reduces the need for additives or flushing.
Aging removes growth-suppressive compounds.