{"product_id":"pumice-stone-hyuga-japan","title":"Pumice Stone (Hyuga) JAPAN","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePumice is fascinating stuff, borne out of the superheated earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIt is basically whipped volcanic glass that is made up of tiny air bubbles.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThis means that pumice is a lightweight volcanic rock that makes it perfect for use as a soil amendment.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThe airy rock is ideal for use with cacti and succulents as well as other plants that require excellent drainage and air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePlus, the porosity of pumice allows microbial life to thrive while maintaining soil structure better than perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting with pumice also has the advantage of a neutral pH along with a variety of trace materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBENEFITS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIt reduces water runoff and fertilization by increasing soil absorption in sandy soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIt absorbs excess moisture so roots don’t rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIt improves aeration and stimulates the growth of mycorrhizae.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIt doesn’t decompose or compact over time like other soil amendments, which means it helps to maintain soil structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIt keeps clay soils loose over time for continued soil health.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a natural, unprocessed organic product that doesn’t decompose or blow away.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPPLICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTo improve drainage for plants such as succulents, mix 25% pumice with 25% garden soil, 25% compost, and 25% large grain sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFor plants that are prone to rotting, like some euphorbias, amend the soil with 50% pumice or in lieu of amending the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFill the planting hole with pumice so the roots are surrounded by it.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePumice can be used as a topdressing to absorb rainwater that puddles around plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFor potted succulents, combine equal portions of pumice to potting soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFor cacti and euphorbia, combine 60% pumice with 40% potting soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eA layer of pumice will absorb spilled oil, grease, and other toxic liquids.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOnce the fluid has been absorbed, sweep it up and dispose of it in an eco-friendly manner.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Candy Floriculture","offers":[{"title":"18L Fine Grain (1-3mm)","offer_id":52636667838778,"sku":"18L Fine Grain (1-3mm)","price":40.4,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18L Small Grain (3-6mm)","offer_id":52636667871546,"sku":"18L Small Grain (3-6mm)","price":40.4,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18L Medium Grain (8-15mm)","offer_id":52636667904314,"sku":"18L Medium Grain (8-15mm)","price":40.4,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18L Large Grain (12-25mm)","offer_id":52636667937082,"sku":"18L Large Grain (12-25mm)","price":40.4,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5319\/7114\/files\/2912.jpg?v=1768412711","url":"https:\/\/candy.com.sg\/products\/pumice-stone-hyuga-japan","provider":"Candy Floriculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}