{"product_id":"natural-horticultural-charcoal-450g-the-lush-flora","title":"Natural Horticultural Charcoal – 450g Potting Mix - The Lush Flora","description":"\u003ch3\u003e🪵 Introducing Natural Horticultural Charcoal (450g)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhance the vitality and root health of your plant collection with Natural Horticultural Charcoal, sourced from The Lush Flora. Highly porous and chemically inert, horticultural charcoal acts as a natural soil conditioner, toxin purifier, and aeration booster. It is an indispensable amendment for orchid potting substrates, aroid mixes, succulent soil blends, and closed bioactive terrariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Key Benefits \u0026amp; Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate Aeration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents potting soil compaction, encouraging vigorous, oxygenated root systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxin \u0026amp; Odor Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absorbs impurities, decaying gases, and excess fertilizer salts naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerrarium Filtration Layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forms an essential protective drainage layer in bioactive vivariums to deter fungal rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 450 grams coarse granular chunks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for Orchids, Anthuriums, Monsteras, Bonsai, and Carnivorous plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I incorporate charcoal into an aroid or orchid potting mix?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Mix 10% to 15% horticultural charcoal by volume with pine bark, perlite, and coco chips for optimal drainage and air flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does horticultural charcoal alter soil pH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Pure natural wood charcoal has a near-neutral pH and will not drastically alter the acidity or alkalinity of potting media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this charcoal in an open or closed terrarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes! Spread a 1-inch layer of charcoal directly above the pebble drainage gravel and below the soil substrate to filter standing moisture and inhibit foul odors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Lush Flora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67577660080430,"sku":"SOIL-ORG-TLF-CHAR-45-S1","price":75.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/1091\/4606\/files\/g8W7h4rzH0.png?v=1790501494","url":"https:\/\/foliages.in\/products\/natural-horticultural-charcoal-450g-the-lush-flora","provider":"Foliages.in","version":"1.0","type":"link"}