Rockwool
Rockwool Section: Innovative Growing Medium for Hydroponics and Beyond
The Rockwool Section offers a range of Rockwool products, a popular growing medium in hydroponic and soilless cultivation. Known for its versatility and efficiency, Rockwool provides an ideal environment for plant roots, ensuring optimal growth and development.
Understanding Rockwool as a Growing Medium
Rockwool, made from molten rock spun into cotton-candy-like fibres, is renowned for its excellent air and water retention properties. It is pH neutral and sterile, making it a popular choice among hydroponic growers for seed starting, cloning, and growing plants to maturity.
Grodan Delta Cubes
NFT Spreader Mats – 20ft – 100ft length
Key Features of Rockwool Products
- Superior Aeration and Water Retention: Rockwool provides a balance of air and water to plant roots, which is crucial for healthy growth. Its structure ensures that roots have access to both oxygen and moisture at all times.
- Sterile and Inert: Being sterile, Rockwool is free from pests, diseases, and weed seeds. Its inert nature means it doesn’t alter the nutrient composition of the feeding solution.
- Versatility: Rockwool is suitable for a wide range of hydroponic systems, including drip systems, flood and drain, and deep water culture. It can also be used in soil-based gardening as a soil amendment.
- Sizes and Shapes: Available in various sizes and shapes, Rockwool fits different growing needs, from small cubes for seedlings to larger blocks for mature plants.
- Sustainability: Many Rockwool products are made with sustainable practices, and some types are recyclable, making them an eco-friendly option for environmentally conscious growers.