{"product_id":"orchiata-power-plus","title":"Orchiata Power+ 12-18 mm - Substrate (bark) for orchids (Pinus radiata)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrchiata bark is an exceptional substrate for growing orchids, made from Pinus radiata bark in New Zealand, without any additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts consistent and superior quality offers excellent growth results. Orchiata is a stable, independent product with a long lifespan, perfect for planting and repotting orchids\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, or in specific mixes for other indoor plants. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique processing and strict quality controls enhance the natural benefits of Orchiata bark: uniform size, beneficial microorganisms, and excellent water retention and drying properties. Growers using Orchiata report improved plant health, lower rates of disease and mortality, faster maturity times, and a greatly reduced need for repotting. The natural properties of this exceptional substrate have been proven by orchid growers worldwide, providing real value and consistently superior results. Rigorous quality control ensures that Orchiata will deliver superior performance, helping you achieve optimal growth and the healthiest orchids (and more).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Natural and Sustainable Choice\u003c\/strong\u003e. Orchiata is made solely from the highest quality Pinus radiata bark, 100% organic, sourced from renewable and sustainable plantation forests in New Zealand, ensuring long-term availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrchiata is available in different sizes to suit your specific growing needs. Orchiata is a clean, stable, reliable growing medium, ready to use straight from the bag – no rinsing, no refining, no extra work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its properties, it can also be used in blends, both for various orchids (such as Phalaenopsis or Vanda) and for a wide range of plants like Araceae (Monstera, Philodendron, Anthurium, Syngonium, etc.) or Hoya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe 12-18 mm grain size is suitable for mature orchids that require greater porosity, or for various mixes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAFP (porosity): 50-54% \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWHC (water holding capacity): 56.8%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContains no chemicals, dyes, or additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2-liter bags are packed in the flower shop. Bark bags may also contain pine wood chips. Origin: New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Bulk product – packaging is done in zip bags by our staff. Some volume differences or a margin of error due to porosity, compaction, moisture, or material density may occur, but these variations are considered normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003eNote for international orders: Adding soil products to international orders may increase your shipping costs (~2 Eur).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"2 liters","offer_id":49701587616070,"sku":"","price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/orchiata_power_plus.png?v=1716458972","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-lu\/products\/orchiata-power-plus","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}