{"product_id":"pumice-5-gallons","title":"Pumice - 5 Gallons","description":"\u003cp\u003ePumice is a soil amendment made from volcanic igneous rock. It provides excellent aeration, drainage, and nutrient control in both container gardens and flowerbeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-read-link=\"\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"read-more-link\" data-scroll=\"#full-description\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumice is a soil amendment made from volcanic igneous rock. It provides excellent aeration, drainage, and nutrient control in both container gardens and flowerbeds. As a soil amendment, pumice is a good alternative to perlite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil conditioner for better aeration and drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosens heavy clay garden soils, letting in air and water for healthy roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps retain moisture, reducing watering by as much as 35%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreases bulk density of potting mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse pumice to regulate fertilizer feedings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSource of trace minerals: phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, copper, iron, manganese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill not break down, compact or rot over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticle size ranges from powder to 3\/16\" nuggets, with most particles in the middle of this range. Appearance and particle size is similar to dolomite lime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes not attract or host fungi, nematodes, or insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 5 gallons (0.8 cubic feet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil Amendment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse pumice when transplanting plants or mixing potting soil for container gardens or potted plants. Use 10% pumice in soil mixture, or 1 gallon pumice per cubic foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor pots without drainage holes, spread a layer of pumice in bottom of container before adding soil or plants. This increases air circulation and drainage necessary for healthy roots and thriving plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMulch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoarse pumice makes an excellent mulch for container gardens, potted plants, flower beds, and around shrubs. The soil beneath the mulch stays moist longer and is less likely to compact from watering. Weed problems are minimized with a couple of inches of pumice mulch. It does not break down or rot, so it does not need to be replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLawns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse when preparing seed beds in new turf areas, or as a top dressing on heavily_trafficked lawns to restore or maintain soil structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComposting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePumice is an excellent bedding additive to worm compost bins. It increases air circulation, prevents matting, and helps control moisture. Use 1-2 cups per tray, or as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GreenCast Supply Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48668182610177,"sku":"5PU","price":48.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/9359\/0273\/files\/pumice-5-gallons__62586.1502809070.1280.1280.jpg?v=1776965672","url":"https:\/\/greencastsupplyco.shop\/products\/pumice-5-gallons","provider":"GreenCast Supply Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}