{"product_id":"rootlabs-perlite","title":"ROOTLABS Perlite (5L)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"156\" data-start=\"113\"\u003eHorticultural Aeration \u0026amp; Drainage Amendment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"307\" data-start=\"158\"\u003eROOTLABS Perlite is a lightweight, expanded volcanic mineral designed to improve drainage, increase aeration, and reduce compaction in growing media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"465\" data-start=\"309\"\u003eHeat-expanded to create a porous, inert structure, perlite introduces essential air pockets into the root zone - promoting healthier, stronger root systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"520\" data-start=\"467\"\u003eThis is not filler.\u003cbr data-end=\"489\" data-start=\"486\"\u003eThis is structural performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"550\" data-start=\"522\"\u003eWhy Use ROOTLABS Perlite?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"552\"\u003e✔ Improves drainage in dense mixes\u003cbr data-end=\"589\" data-start=\"586\"\u003e✔ Enhances root oxygen availability\u003cbr data-end=\"627\" data-start=\"624\"\u003e✔ Reduces risk of waterlogging\u003cbr data-end=\"660\" data-start=\"657\"\u003e✔ Prevents substrate compaction\u003cbr data-end=\"694\" data-start=\"691\"\u003e✔ Inert and pH neutral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"831\" data-start=\"720\"\u003ePerlite creates the macroporosity roots require to thrive, especially in high-moisture or heavy organic blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"845\" data-start=\"833\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"862\" data-start=\"849\"\u003e- Aroid mixes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"887\" data-start=\"865\"\u003e- Seed-starting blends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"918\" data-start=\"890\"\u003e- Succulent and cactus media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"946\" data-start=\"921\"\u003e- Indoor plant substrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"992\" data-start=\"949\"\u003e- Improving heavy or compacted potting soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1007\" data-start=\"994\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1071\" data-start=\"1011\"\u003e- Mix 10–40% into potting blends depending on drainage needs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1130\" data-start=\"1074\"\u003e- Combine with bark, coco, or compost to improve airflow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"1133\"\u003e- Avoid crushing — maintain particle integrity for best results\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1224\" data-start=\"1198\"\u003eProduct Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1241\" data-start=\"1228\"\u003e- Lightweight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1253\" data-start=\"1244\"\u003e- Sterile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Non-toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Long lasting structural component\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1413\" data-start=\"1307\"\u003eROOTLABS Perlite is a foundational substrate component designed to improve structure, not mask poor media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1442\" data-start=\"1415\"\u003e8L Bag\u003cbr data-end=\"1424\" data-start=\"1421\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-end=\"1442\" data-start=\"1424\"\u003ewww.rootlabs.co.za\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ROOTLABS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47355103969538,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/2400\/2050\/files\/15.RootlabsPerliteSKU.png?v=1776328955","url":"https:\/\/shop.rootlabs.co.za\/products\/rootlabs-perlite","provider":"ROOTLABS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}