Daltons Premium Aquatic Mix

Daltons Premium Aquatic Mix

Daltons Premium Aquatic Mix is a potting mix specifically designed to be used for planting or repotting water lilies, lotus and other aquatic plants into pots and containers, which can then be placed into ponds.

Formulated using the experience and knowledge of commercial water plant growers, this potting mix is a processed blend of mineral-rich loamy clay and sand, resulting in a medium suited to performing when used in pots in underwater situations, without having any adverse effect on water quality or the pond habitat.

Uses
  • Planting or repotting water lilies, lotus, and other aquatic plants into pots and containers.
  • Pots in underwater situations.
Product Features
  • Formulated from mineral-rich loamy clay and sand.
  • Zero adverse effects on water quality or pond habitats.
  • Free draining.

 

Note: Daltons Premium Aquatic Mix should not be used to line ponds or fish tanks as the loose mix will affect water clarity. The mix also contains plant fertilisers it is not safe for fish and should not be used in fish tanks.

How to use

It is important to pot up your aquatic plant immediately after purchase:

  1. Fill your pot about halfway with Daltons Premium Aquatic Mix.
  2. Place the plant in the middle of the pot.
  3. Fill the pot with Daltons Premium Aquatic Mix and press down firmly.
  4. Cover the top of the mix with a layer of gravel or Daltons Premium Grade Pea Metal.
  5. Place in a bucket of water for about 30 minutes before moving it to your pond, most of the loose product will wash off in the bucket.

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