{"product_id":"botanicare-cocogro-loose-coco-coir","title":"Botanicare Cocogro Loose Coco Coir","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanicare Cocogro Loose\u003c\/strong\u003e is a ready-to-use growing medium made from 100% premium buffered coconut coir. Naturally aged, double washed, and composted to remove tannins, Cocogro provides a clean, low-EC foundation for container gardening, hydroponic cultivation, and custom soilless growing mixes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts loose texture balances moisture retention with root-zone aeration, allowing coco to hold water and dissolved nutrients while maintaining the oxygen roots need for healthy development. Unlike compressed coco bricks, Cocogro Loose requires no expansion or rehydration before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Growers Choose Cocogro Loose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-buffered loose coco can be planted directly from the bag without rinsing or rehydrating.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% premium coco coir:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains buffered coconut coir fiber and pith without added soil.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble washed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Processed to remove excess salts and provide a very low starting EC.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally aged and composted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepared to remove unwanted tannins before packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced air and water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retains moisture and nutrients while preserving oxygen around the root zone.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRenewable growing medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coconut coir provides a plant-based alternative to peat-based media.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to customize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it alone or blend it with perlite and other amendments to achieve the drainage and dryback preferred by your plants.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is in Cocogro?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buffered coconut coir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCocogro is a soilless growing medium rather than a pre-fertilized potting soil. Plants will require an appropriate base nutrient program beginning at transplant or according to the needs of the crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Botanicare Cocogro Loose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eLoosen the coco and fill a clean container without compressing the medium excessively.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTransplant the seedling, cutting, or established plant at the appropriate depth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater with a properly diluted coco-compatible nutrient solution.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse a calcium and magnesium supplement such as Botanicare Cal-Mag Plus as directed by the manufacturer.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitor nutrient strength, pH, runoff EC, and moisture levels throughout the growing cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCoco can be irrigated frequently, but watering frequency should be adjusted for container size, plant maturity, temperature, drainage, and the amount of perlite or other aeration material in the mix. Do not allow containers to remain in standing runoff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApproximate Container Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne 1.75-cubic-foot bag will fill approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e12 one-gallon pots\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e4 three-gallon pots\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2 five-gallon pots\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 seven-gallon pot\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eActual coverage may vary based on container dimensions, settling, compaction, and how much additional material is blended with the coco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndoor and outdoor container gardening\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrain-to-waste hydroponic systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHand-watered and automated drip irrigation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCustom coco-and-perlite growing mixes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrganic and mineral-based nutrient programs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSeedlings, rooted cuttings, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and houseplants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Growing Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“Ready to use” means the coco has already been aged, washed, buffered, and loosened. 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