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Coconut Coir for Plants: Benefits and How to Use It
What coconut coir is, the three main reasons gardeners use it, which plants benefit, and whether it can replace potting soil.
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Practical guides to growing with coconut coir and coconut chips, written for home gardeners.
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How-to
How to Make a Coconut Coir Potting Mix
Three simple starting mixes for houseplants, tropical plants, and orchids, plus how to tell when your mix needs adjusting.
Comparison
Coconut Coir vs. Coco Chips: Which Should You Use?
Fine coir and chunky coco chips come from the same husk but behave differently. Here's how they compare, and which suits orchids.
How-to
How to Expand a Coco Coir Brick in 4 Easy Steps
Turn a hard, compressed brick into loose growing medium with a container and water, and avoid the three most common mistakes.
Comparison
How to Choose the Right Coconut Growing Medium
Fine coir, coco chips, or a blend? Start with your plant's needs, then match the medium with this quick plant-by-plant table.