What is Pelemix?

What is Pelemix?

Pelemix is a leader in the coir – coco peat substrate market for Hydroponics growers and nurseries. Our coir is used worldwide as a growing media for various hydroponics crops in nurseries, greenhouses, plant propagation, and bedding plants.

What is Coco Peat?

Coco peat soil is made from the pith inside a coconut husk. It is naturally anti-fungal, making it an excellent choice to start seed but it is also used in rugs, ropes, brushes, and as stuffing. Coco peat gardening is also used as a soil amendment, potting mix, and in hydroponic production.

How do you grow in Coco?

You’ll learn about nutrient measurement, moisture management and applying feed.

1. Pre-soak the media. Coco can hold onto masses of nutrient salts.
2. Measure your pH and CF. To get the best from your plants, measure and monitor the pH and EC/CF of the nutrient solution.
3. Moisture of your Coco.
4. Try RhizoPots.
5. Irrigation.

Can plants grow in coco peat?

Yes, you can mix coco peat in the soil to grow plants. It makes the soil well-aerated and well-drained. It also prevents water logging conditions and thus helps in the prevention of root rots.

Is Cocopeat a fertilizer?

Home gardening enthusiasts see cocopeat as a sustainable alternative to soil. Hydroponic plants grown in cocopeat grow fifty per cent faster than they would in soil. It also eliminates the need for fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides as peat itself carries ample nutrients.

Do you water coco every day?

The frequency of watering depends on the evaporation and the water supply in the COCO. A common rule is; one daily watering is sufficient during the first few weeks under normal circumstances; then increase up to 2 times a day; 2 hours after the lamps have been turned on and 2 hours before they are switched off again.

Is growing in coco better than soil?

When compared with soil, coco tends to dry out a lot quicker, meaning your plants will need to be watered more frequently. Key benefits of opting for growing in coco include high yields and quick harvest, additional room for root development and pH neutral values.

Can I mix coco peat and soil?

Yes. you can grow plants using coco peat and compost in a 1:1 ratio but there will be leaching of nutrients as compost holds excess nutrients. so we recommend you to make a potting mix using soil (35-40%), compost (20-25 %), coco peat (35%) to make use of all the goodness of both coco peat and compost nutrients.

Which is better soil or Cocopeat?

Is Cocopeat good for all plants?

Cocopeat for Home & Garden Plants Cocopeat is an ideal media for all types of potted plants as well as for growing vegetables, flowers or herbs from seeds.

Can plants grow only in Cocopeat?

4. Can we grow plants in coco peat alone? No, coco peat is an excellent soil amendment and constituent but it doesn’t hold appreciable nutrients in it. So do mix the coco peat with soil and/or compost to make a better growing media for plants.

Can you overwater in coco?

One of the biggest issues with coco is watering practices. Coco is a sponge, and like a sponge, when squeezed water comes out, but not all the water. The sponge will remain damp and coco can still appear wet without having enough available water to give to the plant. Constantly watering coco results in over-watering.

How often should I give my plants nutrients in coco?

At the beginning of your grow, you’ll only need to water your plants once every one to two days. As your plants grow, feeding intervals will increase, so don’t be surprised if you have to feed your plants more than once a day when they flower.

Can you mix coco and soil together?

Coco coir in your soil Mixing coco coir into existing garden soil can be a boon for plants. Bringing a versatile combination of water retention and natural drainage, the coir will loosen the texture of clay soil, reducing waterlogging.

How often should I water in coco?

WATERING COCO COIR A good rule of thumb would be to water every four or five days. You also need to use a pot that provides good drainage, as your coco coir requires air as well as moisture to promote healthy plant growth. If there’s too much moisture inside, there won’t be enough air.

Can plants grow only in coco peat?

What plants can grow in coco peat?

Coco peat is extensively used to grow exotic plants such ferns, bromeliads, orchids, anthuriums and such others. Much likely, for containerized ornamental plants like Snake plant, Peace lily, Bonsai and different kinds of Cactus.

Can plants grow in Cocopeat?

Coco peat will do an excellent job of keeping your plants healthy, due to its anti-fungal properties. It is also resistant to mould, which in turn will help protect your plants from disease and decay as they grow. Coir is also slightly alkaline, with a pH value of 5.8–6.8.

Can we grow vegetables in Cocopeat?

Coco peat does not harbour any nutritional value of its own. Because of this, it’s a good idea to mix coco peat with an equal quantity of compost to plant vegetables in, in order to ensure the best possible growth. The most highly recommended nutrients for vegetable growing are nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.

How long does coco peat last?

Cocopeat is light, easy to handle and can even be reused for up to 4 years. The physical and biochemical properties of cocopeat make it resistant to bacterial and fungal growth. Cocopeat disintegrates slowly. It only begins to break down when it is ten years old, thus providing long-term benefits.