Mary's Heirloom Seeds Coconut Coir Brick

Place the compressed brick in a large container or wheelbarrow and slowly add warm water. It will absorb the moisture and expand significantly; you can break it apart with a trowel or your hands as it softens to ensure an even consistency.

While it is an excellent growing medium, coconut coir is inert and does not contain nutrients on its own. For long-term container gardening or seed starting, we recommend mixing it with compost, worm castings, or a slow-release organic fertilizer to provide the necessary nutrition for your plants.

Coconut husks naturally contain high levels of salts. Triple-washing removes these excess salts and ensures a low electrical conductivity (EC), which prevents root burn and allows for better nutrient uptake by your plants.

Yes, it is an ideal medium for seed starting. Its fibrous structure provides excellent aeration and moisture retention, which helps delicate roots establish themselves without the compaction often found in traditional potting soils.

Yes, pH balance is critical for nutrient absorption. Because this coir is pH-balanced, it sits in the ideal range for most vegetables and flowers, ensuring that your plants can access the nutrients in the soil rather than being locked out by acidity or alkalinity.