🌱 How to Use Cocopeat (Low EC) Powder for Pot Preparation

Cocopeat is a natural, eco-friendly growing medium derived from coconut husks. Low EC cocopeat is especially ideal for potted plants because it contains very low soluble salts, reducing the risk of nutrient burn and ensuring healthy root growth.

1. Selecting the Right Cocopeat

• Choose Garden365 Low EC Cocopeat Powder for container gardening.

• Powdered form absorbs water quickly and mixes easily with other soil components.

2. Rehydrating the Cocopeat

Cocopeat powder is usually compressed and dry. To use it:

1. Take the required amount of cocopeat in a bucket or container.

2. Slowly add clean water while stirring.

3. Allow it to absorb water and expand (10–15 minutes).

4. After expansion, fluff it with your hands or a garden tool.

💡 Tip: Avoid adding too much water at once — the medium should be moist, not soggy.

3. Mixing with Other Components (Optional but Recommended)

For optimal potting medium, mix low EC cocopeat with:

• Garden365 Potting Mix – provides essential nutrients

• Garden365 Red Soil – adds structure and stability

• Garden365 Vermicompost – enriches soil with organic matter

• Perlite or Sand (10–20%) – improves drainage and aeration

Suggested ratio for general potting:

• 40% Cocopeat

• 30% Potting Mix / Garden Soil

• 20% Vermicompost / Organic Manure

• 10% Perlite / Sand

This creates a well-draining, nutrient-rich medium suitable for most indoor and outdoor potted plants.

4. Filling the Pot

1. Choose a pot with drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.

2. Add a layer of small stones or broken pot pieces at the bottom (optional, for extra drainage).

3. Fill the pot with the cocopeat-based mix, leaving 1–2 inches from the rim.

4. Firm gently but avoid compacting — roots need air spaces.

5. Watering & Planting

• Water the medium thoroughly before planting seedlings or seeds.

• Plant your seedlings, bulbs, or seeds according to their spacing requirements.

• Maintain regular watering — cocopeat retains moisture but drains well, reducing overwatering risks.

6. Tips for Best Results

• Check EC periodically: Low EC cocopeat is ideal for salt-sensitive plants.

• Top-up nutrients: Add Garden365 Bio Fertilizers or Vegetable Boost every 2–4 weeks.

• Mix before reuse: If reusing cocopeat, mix it with fresh compost or potting mix to restore nutrients.

✅ Quick Checklist for Using Low EC Cocopeat

• Rehydrate before use

• Mix with potting mix, red soil, vermicompost, and perlite

• Use pots with drainage holes

• Water adequately but avoid waterlogging

• Fertilize regularly for best growth

Using Garden365 Low EC Cocopeat Powder ensures a healthy, aerated, and nutrient-friendly medium for all your potted plants, from vegetables to flowering plants.