{"product_id":"leca-clay-balls","title":"Leca Clay Balls","description":"\u003cp\u003eLeca Clay Balls - 100 grams|Secure packing\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/leca-clay-balls\/\"\u003eLeca Clay Balls\u003c\/a\u003e, which stands for Lightweight Expanded Clay Aggregate, is a porous, soilless medium used for growing plants. \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/c439426a-210d-4a4c-88a5-0b2462c3c6fb-ezgif.com-resize.webp\" alt=\"LECA Clay Balls\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e LECA Clay Balls \u003ch4\u003eHere's how to care for\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pYKp1GeYGys\"\u003e plants in LECA clay balls\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cb\u003e1. Preparation and Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRinse and Soak:\u003c\/b\u003e Before using LECA for the first time, rinse the balls thoroughly to remove dust and debris. Then, soak them in clean water for at least 24 hours to allow them to absorb moisture. Some people do a second or third soak to remove more impurities.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClean the Plant:\u003c\/b\u003e If you are transitioning a plant from soil to LECA, carefully remove all soil from the roots. Any remaining soil can cause root rot in the wet LECA environment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePotting:\u003c\/b\u003e Place a layer of LECA at the bottom of a pot, then position the plant, and fill the rest of the pot with more LECA. Using a clear container can help you monitor water levels and root health.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cb\u003e2. Watering and Nutrients:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e LECA acts like a sponge, absorbing water and releasing it slowly to the plant's roots. In a semi-hydroponic setup, you can water by filling the bottom third of the pot with water. The LECA will wick the water up to the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNutrients:\u003c\/b\u003e LECA is an inert medium and contains no nutrients. You must provide all necessary nutrients for your plant through a liquid fertilizer or a hydroponic nutrient solution. You can add a diluted fertilizer solution to the water reservoir.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlushing:\u003c\/b\u003e Over time, mineral salts from water and fertilizers can build up on the LECA. Periodically flushing the LECA with clean water can help remove this buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/022d75c0-670e-405a-ae6a-7e9d29258c2c-ezgif.com-optiwebp.webp\" alt=\"LECA Clay Balls\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e LECA Clay Balls \u003cb\u003e3. General Care:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMonitor Water Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep an eye on the water level and refill it as needed. Do not let the LECA completely dry out, as this can cause it to wick water away from the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePest Control:\u003c\/b\u003e LECA can help reduce common soil pests like fungus gnats, as they thrive in organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReuse:\u003c\/b\u003e LECA is reusable and can last for years. To reuse, you can rinse and sterilize the balls to prevent the transfer of any pests or diseases to new plants.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAlgae:\u003c\/b\u003e Algae can grow on LECA, especially in clear containers exposed to direct sunlight. While not always harmful in small amounts, it can be unsightly.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jiffy Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51704871125294,"sku":"JP-leca-clay-balls","price":49.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/1091\/4606\/files\/lucaclayballs-500x500-ezgif.com-optiwebp.webp?v=1770150413","url":"https:\/\/foliages.in\/products\/leca-clay-balls","provider":"Foliages.in","version":"1.0","type":"link"}