Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Is the pumice you sell sterilised?
A. The short answer is that only the UXP Made Made Made Pumice is sterilised. For further information from the manufacturer see below
NZ Pumice is not sterile but fully conforms with AQIS import standards.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Is the pumice you sell sterilised?
A. The short answer is that only the UXP Made Made Made Pumice is sterilised. For further information from the manufacturer see below
NZ Pumice is not sterile but fully conforms with AQIS import standards.
When manufactured, is heated to 900 degrees rendering it functionally sterile.
New Zealand Pumice, Japanese Pumice, Made Made Pumice (UXP), & Pumice Sand in great value 25-litre bags.
View MoreNew Zealand Pumice, Japanese Pumice, Made Made Pumice (UXP), & Pumice Sand in great value 25-litre bags.
Pumice is a popular growing medium for Cacti, Succulents, Orchids, Bonsai and many others. Its porosity provides air spaces that maintain aerobic conditions around the roots while water is contained within the pores.
Pumice is a light siliceous vesicular volcanic rock that is suitable for use in horticulture and hydroponics. Pumice is a popular growing medium for Cacti, Succulents, Orchids, Bonsai and many others. Its porosity provides air spaces that maintain aerobic conditions around the roots while water is contained within the pores.
ONLINE ONLY. Pumice is a light siliceous vesicular volcanic rock that is suitable for use in horticulture and hydroponics. Pumice is a popular growing medium for Cacti, Succulents, Orchids, Bonsai and many others. Its porosity provides air spaces that maintain aerobic conditions around the roots while water is contained within the pores.
UXP or unexpanded perlite is a more uniform, decorative and sterilised alternative to natural pumice. Popular for growing cacti, succulents, orchids, bonsai and others plants. Its porosity provides air spaces that maintain aerobic conditions around the roots while water is contained within the pores.
Popular for growing Bonsai, Cacti, Succulents and other plants. Lightweight for easier pot handling. Drains perfectly if prepared correctly. Produced from Japan's hard red jade soil, fresh auburn round particles, easy to absorb water. The hardness is higher than that of the spring, which is more suitable.
Kanuma is a form of volcanic pumice mined exclusively in Japan and is popular for growing Bonsai, Azaleas, Camelias, Cacti, Succulents, and other plants that enjoy a higher PH value lightweight for easier pot handling. Drains perfectly if prepared correctly. Allows air to be drawn into the mix when watered.
Scoria is red or black lava rock. It is formed in basaltic magmas, which means that it comes from lava that is flowing. Popular for growing Cacti, Succulents, Orchids, Bonsai and many others.
Now available in black or red colour.
A popular mineral mixture ideal for Cacti and Succulents and other plants. Includes: Diatomaceous Earth, Pumice, Zeolite, Scoria, Maifan stone, and Vermiculite
Currently unavailable from the manufacturer. More stock due around 20th of March. Any orders placed will not be sent until stock arrives.
Maifan stone provides a rich clay colour achieving a highly desired aesthetic look for potted indoor plants. Maifan stone lasts up to 1 to 2 years making it a highly economical and practical option for plant care.
Pumice is a volcanic ash which is formed when lava is permeated with gas bubbles during the solidification process. Pumice is very fragile and breaks apart quite easily into small particles.
Popular for growing Bonsai, Cacti, Succulents and other plants. Lightweight for easier pot handling. Drains perfectly if prepared correctly. Produced from Japan's hard red jade soil, fresh auburn round particles, easy to absorb water.
Currently unavailable. Please see alternatives below.
Akadama is a form of volcanic pumice mined exclusively in Japan and is popular for growing Bonsai, Cacti, Succulents and other plants. Lightweight for easier pot handling. Drains perfectly if prepared correctly. Allows air to be drawn into the mix when watered. Maintains near-perfect moisture retention.
Please consider the Akadama Tsuti 3-6mm listed below as an alternative.
Popular for growing Bonsai, Cacti, Succulents and other plants. Lightweight for easier pot handling. Drains perfectly if prepared correctly. Produced from Japan's hard red jade soil, fresh auburn round particles, easy to absorb water. The hardness is higher than that of the spring, which is more suitable.
Currently unavailable. Please see alternatives below.
Kanuma is a form of volcanic pumice mined exclusively in Japan and is popular for growing Bonsai, Azaleas, Camelias, Cacti, Succulents and other plants that enjoy a higher PH value Lightweight for easier pot handling. Drains perfectly if prepared correctly. Allows air to be drawn into the mix when watered.
Currently unavailable. See alternative brand below.
Brunnings Scoria has several useful characteristics for a variety of landscaping and construction applications for garden beds as in-organic mulch, bottom drainage layer in pots and planter boxes, lightweight drainage material behind retaining walls, high-temperature insulation.
Special order only. Please email us if you would like to order
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Is the pumice you sell sterilised?
A. The short answer is that only the UXP Made Made Made Pumice is sterilised. For further information from the manufacturer see below
NZ Pumice is not sterile but fully conforms with AQIS import standards.
When manufactured, is heated to 900 degrees rendering it functionally sterile.
PRE-ORDERS OPEN! Currently out of stock with more due around July 7th. Any orders placed will not be sent until stock arrives.