Benefits of using coconut husks in your garden

  When choosing a planting medium for your garden, there are many products on the market.  One product you should consider is coconut husk.

  Coconut coir products have many useful properties that gardeners expect:

  Water retention

  One of the main reasons why coconut husks grow so large is their natural ability to retain moisture for a long time.  Coconut husk products are so unique that their natural fibers can retain moisture without suffocating the plant.

  Aeration

  The fibrous coconut coir expands and gives a great aeration to the roots of your plants.  Some plant fluids become very concentrated around the plant and cause suffocation over time.  However, coconut husk products allow oxygen to flow freely around the plant roots, helping to maintain the health of your plants, eventually allowing them to grow larger and faster.

  Sustainable

  There are many non-eco-friendly growing media in the market.  However, coconut husk products are a good choice if you want to limit your environmental impact.  That is because coconut is an easily renewable resource.  When you buy coconut based products you can relax knowing that you are making an eco-friendly choice.

  Naturally the pH is balanced

  As you begin to look for more advanced horticultural methods, you will begin to observe the acidity levels in your soil and growing medium.  The natural pH of cocoa husks is 5.2 to 6.8.  It has a moderate pH and is best suited for most plants without the need for additives.

  Nutrient density

  Coconut by-products contain many naturally occurring essential nutrients.  These include potassium, iron, manganese, copper and zinc.  Coconut coir is also rich in natural hormones, which act as biological stimulants, encouraging your plants to thrive.