Sphagnum Moss
It has extraordinary properties for the production of various plants and flowers, including one of the most important, the orchids. The industry and production of orchids has studied and developed the use of Sphagnum Moss for an adequate production, giving these plants favorable conditions for their growth and an optimal development.
Specifications
– PH 4.8
– Moisture ratio +/- 20%. / o / – Humidity ratio +/- 20%
– Foreign matter ratio > 1%
These specifications allow: Retain up to 20 times your own weight of water and redistribute this water to the roots according to your own requirements.
Simultaneously, to provide optimal oxygenation to the plant.
Sphagnum Moss 5 Stars Quality
It is the most demanded quality of Sphagnum Moss, which is characterized by a whiter color. The moss fiber is long, ranging mostly from 8 to 14 centimeters in length.
This quality is recommended and required for the production of orchids.
Characteristics:
Fiber length: 8 to 14 cm
Color: Light Beige
Impurities: 1 %.
FORMATS:
1.- Large format, 1200 bags per container ( 5 kg bags) measures 30 x 30 x 55 centimeters, total 6,000 kilos.
2.- Medium format, 1400 bags per container ( 5 kilos bags) measures 30 x 30 x 45 centimeters, total 7,000 kilos.
3.- Special formats on request.
Sustainable and Renewable Product
It is a renewable natural resource, which can return to its harvesting height in a period of 2 to 5 years depending on the climatic conditions. Currently its sustainable harvest is governed by a law decree (decree 25 of the Ministry of Agriculture) which ensures that its harvest and management are adequate in order to perpetuate the resource in time.
Some Uses
For a Sustainable Resource
Orchid Cultivation
Highly recommended for orchid cultivation and development
Use in Plants
Substrate for all types of plants, especially acid plants, succulent, blueberry and carnivorous plants.
Soil Drainage
It can be used as a soil conditioner, being used as a drainage and excessive moisture absorption element.
Various Industries
Used for other industries such as: vertical gardening, transport of roses, other flowers or fruit tree grafting.
Other Uses
For Animal Terrarium
It is recommended for animal terrariums, since it provides the right humidity and safety conditions, especially for some reptiles and rodents.
Soil Conditioner
It can be used as a soil conditioner, being used as an element of drainage and absorption of excessive moisture from the soil, providing better water absorption and improvement of soil structure.
Antiseptic Component
Sphagnol, the antiseptic component of moss, helps roots to heal by protecting them from parasites and diseases.