Perlite in soil offers several benefits to promote healthy plant growth
. It improves aeration and drainage, prevents soil compaction, and helps retain moisture for roots
. Here's how perlite helps soil:
- Aeration and Drainage Perlite creates air pockets in the soil, improving soil structure and preventing compaction, which allows water to flow more freely and reduces waterlogging
- Moisture Retention The porous nature of perlite allows it to retain water, making it available to plant roots as needed and preventing the soil from drying out too quickly
- Root Growth Perlite encourages root growth and development by providing a loose, well-draining environment that allows roots to expand freely
- pH Neutral Because perlite is pH neutral, it can be used for a variety of plants, regardless of their soil acidity requirements
- Disease Prevention Perlite's non-organic nature does not provide a favorable environment for pests or diseases to thrive, reducing the risk of plant diseases caused by pathogens in organic matter
- Durability Perlite doesn't degrade over time, so it can help maintain soil structure for years
- Water Conservation By helping water penetrate the soil more easily and holding it for plant roots, perlite can conserve water
