CocoMix* Compact

What is Cocomix Compact?
Cocomix Compact consists of high quality, coir based compost that consists of different grades of coir.
Coir is a by-product of the extraction of fibres from the outer shells of coconuts. These fibres are composted over a long period of time so that it becomes suitable to be usedin the formulation of Cocomix Compost Compost.
The compost shown here is the multipurpose product that is suitable for most situations. For specialist growers and gardeners there are specialist mixes such as cactus and orchid mix. If you are interested in of the specialist formulations then please contact us.

Why do plants like Cocomix Compact?
Good aeration - the fibrous structure of the coir in the compost means plant roots can easily take up oxygen which is essential for good root growth and hence excellent plant development.
Easy to take up water - Cocomix Compact naturally holds water well and is easily available to the plant.
Easy to wet up - Cocomix Compost has been designed to rapidly take up water when necessary.
Good structure maintained - The compost holds its structure over a long period of time i.e. it does not slump (become compacted), a problem with some composts causing watrlogging.
Better use of fertiliser - The good water-holding qualities of Cocomix Compact means that the fertiliser is held in the compost ready for the plant to take up, hence reducing the possibility of leaching.

Where to use Cocomix Compact
This compost can be used in most situations from germination of seedlings to rooting of cuttings up to potting on of larger plants.
Cocomix encourages good root development as there there good air filled porosity (AFP) where air, including oxygen can be found. Oxygen is essential for good development of cuttings and it also helps the compost from becoming waterlogged. This is especially important when rooting cuttings, young seedlings where it is essential there is good water holding capacity with the provision of sufficient air pockets so that the roots can respire.

How to use

Remove wrapper and place block into bucket.

Slowly add correct amount of water (warm if possible) and wait a few minutes.

Mix the Cocomix and add more water if too dry. Making a friable mix

Plant into pot using the made up Cocomix.

 

One block of Cocomix makes 9 litres of ready made compost, equivalent to a 2 gallon bucket (3 x 19cm diameter pots) . BUY
Cocomix is also available in a pack of 2 discs with each disc making 3 litres of compost, equivalent to a 19cm (8.5 inches) diameter pot. BUY

*Cocomix trade mark pending.