Scobie Peat

Scobie Peat is mined from Southland, New Zealand.

 

Uses:
An input into soil-less growing media.

 

Features and Benefits:

  • Good for acidic plants
  • Peat can be used to improve your mix nutrient and water-holding ability
  • Good Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC)
  • Helps to maintain mix structure in containers


Technical Information: 
The pH for Scobie Peat ranges between 4.0 and 4.5. Scobie Peat has a AFP (Air Filled Porosity) of around 10% and a WHC of approximately 60%, with a bulk density of 0.3 ton per m3.

 

Analysis Results:

scobie_peat_analysis

 

*Note: Typical analysis. Results can vary. **Note: Weight may vary depending on moisture content.

 

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