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Grow Mediums

Hydroponic and organic growers employ a variety of growing media to offer a substrate that anchors the plants and aids in delivering water, nutrients, and oxygen to the plant roots.
Hydroponic substrates are several types of soilless grow media. There is no soil involved in a hydroponic system. Instead, plants are supported by hydroponic substrates, which give a location for roots to adhere, improve aeration, and retain moisture. Plants require a nutrient solution to provide minerals and other vital ingredients for growth because hydroponic substrates are mostly inert. 
Different growing media available on GrowGuru:
There are several growing media available for hydroponics. GrowGuru offers hydroponic systems, including a variety of growing media. Some of the growing media available on GrowGuru includes: 
  • Jiffy peat pellets, 
  • Expanded clay pebbles
  • Rockwool/stonewool starter plugs 
  • Perlite 
  • Coco peat /Coco coir (coconut fiber)
  • Vermiculite
Each option has advantages and disadvantages. The decision between aggregates will be influenced by a number of factors, including the size and type of plants you want to cultivate and the sort of hydroponic system you employ. 
Selection of the best hydroponic medium:
In order to select the best hydroponic media, the following features need to be considered:
  • Easy handling
  • Affordability
  • Good seed to medium contact
  • Provision of physical stability to plants
  • Thermal insulation to the roots to meet the temperature swing
  • Inertness
  • Ion exchange capacity
  • Water holding capacity
Different systems, climates, and media configurations may be ideal for different crops. All of the above mentioned qualities are crucial to the grower’s success. GrowGuru’s substrates fulfill the requirements of the best-suited hydroponic growing medium. It is better to experiment with various media before scaling up to find the optimal answer to your expanding needs. 
Price range on GrowGuru:
GrowGuru offers hydroponic substrates ranging from R 1 to R 375. You can find the cheapest grow media on GrowGuru and can order online according to your system, climate, and growing conditions.

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Freedom Farms Freedom Farms Seed Starter Growing Medium Grow Medium
Freedom Farms Seed Starter Growing Medium Grow Medium
R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00
R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00

Freedom Farms Seed Starter Growing Medium

Freedom Farms
In stock

Freedom Farms Seedstarter is formulated in South Africa as a premium germination medium formulated to create the ideal conditions for seed germinat...

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R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00
R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00
Jiffy Jiffy Peat Pellet Grow Medium
Jiffy Jiffy Peat Pellet Grow Medium
R 2.00 - R 3.50
R 2.00 - R 3.50
R 2.00 - R 3.50
R 2.00

Jiffy Peat Pellet

Jiffy
In stock

Jiffy Peat Pellets are the very best for seed starting! Each one contains weed-free professional grade Canadian Sphagnum peat. Jiffy Pellets are pe...

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R 2.00 - R 3.50
R 2.00 - R 3.50
R 2.00 - R 3.50
R 2.00
GrowGuru Expanded Clay Pebbles Grow Medium
GrowGuru Expanded Clay Pebbles Grow Medium Sold out
R 60.00 - R 325.00
R 60.00 - R 325.00
R 60.00 - R 325.00
R 60.00

Expanded Clay Pebbles

GrowGuru
Out of stock

The best hydroponic growth medium for both novice and expert gardeners is expanded clay pebbles. Our expanded clay pebbles, also known as LECA or H...

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R 60.00 - R 325.00
R 60.00 - R 325.00
R 60.00 - R 325.00
R 60.00
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Grodan Rockwool Starter Plug Grow Medium
Grodan Rockwool Starter Plug Grow Medium
R 2.50 - R 2.50
R 2.50
R 2.50 - R 2.50
R 2.50

Rockwool Starter Plug

Grodan
In stock

Stonewool/Rockwool is recognised the world over as the ideal hydroponics growing substrate. Rockwool is known for it’s quality, consistency and per...

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R 2.50 - R 2.50
R 2.50
R 2.50 - R 2.50
R 2.50
Growlite Perlite Grow Medium
Growlite Perlite 5L Grow Medium
R 39.00 - R 449.00
R 39.00 - R 449.00
R 39.00 - R 449.00
R 39.00

Perlite

Growlite
In stock

Perlite growing medium is a natural volcanic rock that has been processed to create a lightweight, porous material suitable for gardening and horti...

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R 39.00 - R 449.00
R 39.00 - R 449.00
R 39.00 - R 449.00
R 39.00
GrowGuru Premium Coco Peat 650g Grow Medium
GrowGuru Premium Coco Peat 650g Grow Medium
R 29.00 - R 29.00
R 29.00
R 29.00 - R 29.00
R 29.00

Premium Coco Peat 650g

GrowGuru
In stock

Our 650g coco peat bricks are the ideal solution for gardeners and horticulturists looking for a natural and ecological alternative to conventional...

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R 29.00 - R 29.00
R 29.00
R 29.00 - R 29.00
R 29.00
GrowGuru Premium Coco Peat 5kg Grow Medium
GrowGuru Premium Coco Peat 5kg Grow Medium
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R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00
R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00

Premium Buffered Coco Peat 5kg

GrowGuru
Out of stock

Buffered coco peat is a versatile and environmentally-friendly growing medium that is perfect for a wide range of gardening, agricultural, and hydr...

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R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00
R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00
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GrowGuru Horticultural Vermiculite Grow Medium
GrowGuru Horticultural Vermiculite Grow Medium
R 39.00 - R 435.00
R 39.00 - R 435.00
R 39.00 - R 435.00
R 39.00

Horticultural Vermiculite

GrowGuru
In stock

Natural mineral vermiculite works well with perlite to help you produce a growth medium that both maintains moisture and gives roots plenty of oxyg...

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R 39.00 - R 435.00
R 39.00 - R 435.00
R 39.00 - R 435.00
R 39.00
Grodan Rockwool Slab Grow Medium
R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00
R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00

Rockwool Slab

Grodan
In stock

Our Rockwool Slabs are 1000mm x 150mm x 75mm and come packed with possibilities. You can start your plant in a rockwool cube and transplant it onto...

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R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00
R 169.00 - R 169.00
R 169.00
Freedom Farms Freedom Farms Premium Classic Growing Medium Grow Medium
R 245.00 - R 245.00
R 245.00
R 245.00 - R 245.00
R 245.00

Freedom Farms Premium Classic Growing Medium

Freedom Farms
In stock

Freedom Farms Premium Classic organic blend is formulated in South Africa mainly for organic growing practices and organic nutrients. Compared to t...

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R 245.00 - R 245.00
R 245.00
R 245.00 - R 245.00
R 245.00
R 129.00 - R 129.00
R 129.00
R 129.00 - R 129.00
R 129.00

Rockwool Starter Plugs - Sheet of 49

Grodan
In stock

Stonewool/Rockwool is recognised the world over as the ideal hydroponics growing substrate. Rockwool is known for it’s quality, consistency and per...

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R 129.00 - R 129.00
R 129.00
R 129.00 - R 129.00
R 129.00
Grodan Hugo Quick Drain 6 Inch Rockwool Blocks Grow Medium
R 107.70 - R 107.70
R 107.70
R 107.70 - R 107.70
R 107.70

Hugo Quick Drain 6 Inch Rockwool Blocks

Grodan
In stock

One of the largest rockwool cubes available, the Hugo Block gives your plant plenty of room to root. larger roots provide larger fruits! Hugo Block...

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R 107.70 - R 107.70
R 107.70
R 107.70 - R 107.70
R 107.70
Atami Atami High Porosity Cocos Substrate Grow Medium
R 340.00 - R 340.00
R 340.00
R 340.00 - R 340.00
R 340.00

Atami High Porosity Cocos Substrate

Atami
In stock

Atami High Porosity Cocos Substrate is a painstakingly made growth media created to support the early development of stronger, healthier plants. At...

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R 340.00 - R 340.00
R 340.00
R 340.00 - R 340.00
R 340.00
Vitalink Vitalink Clay Pebbles 45L Grow Medium
Vitalink Vitalink Clay Pebbles 10L Grow Medium
R 175.00 - R 465.00
R 175.00 - R 465.00
R 175.00 - R 465.00
R 175.00

Vitalink Clay Pebbles

Vitalink
In stock

Unique irregular shape and porosity which increases their surface area. Reduced dust compared to regular pebbles VitaLink Clay Pebbles offer strong...

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R 175.00 - R 465.00
R 175.00 - R 465.00
R 175.00 - R 465.00
R 175.00
Mikskaar Sphagnum Peat Moss Sphagnum Peat Moss
Sold out
R 39.00 - R 1,689.00
R 39.00 - R 1,689.00
R 39.00 - R 1,689.00
R 39.00

Sphagnum Peat Moss

GrowGuru
Out of stock

Sphagnum Peat Moss is a ready substrate for growing plants. A professional organic substrate of high-quality Estonian peat. Sphagnum Peat Moss has ...

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R 39.00 - R 1,689.00
R 39.00 - R 1,689.00
R 39.00 - R 1,689.00
R 39.00
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Atami Atami Cocos Substrate Grow Medium
R 335.00 - R 335.00
R 335.00
R 335.00 - R 335.00
R 335.00

Atami Cocos Substrate

Atami
In stock

Atami Cocos Substrate is made from meticulously cleaned coco fibers, is ready to use right out of the bag and even comes with a basic plant fertili...

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R 335.00 - R 335.00
R 335.00
R 335.00 - R 335.00
R 335.00
Gold Label Gold Label HydroCoco 60/40 Substrate Grow Medium
R 225.00 - R 225.00
R 225.00
R 225.00 - R 225.00
R 225.00

Gold Label HydroCoco 60/40 Substrate

Gold Label
In stock

Gold Label HydroCoco 60/40 Mix substrate is specifically designed for growing hydroponically. Dutch quality medium for hydroponics. Gold Label Hydr...

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R 225.00 - R 225.00
R 225.00
R 225.00 - R 225.00
R 225.00
Gold Label Gold Label Coco Substrate Grow Medium
R 205.00 - R 205.00
R 205.00
R 205.00 - R 205.00
R 205.00

Gold Label Coco Substrate

Gold Label
In stock

Gold Label coco substrate is a growing medium comprised of high-quality coco fibres that have been washed and are ready to use immediately out of t...

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R 205.00 - R 205.00
R 205.00
R 205.00 - R 205.00
R 205.00
Freedom Farms Freedom Farms Antifragile Craft Super soil Grow Medium
R 265.00 - R 265.00
R 265.00
R 265.00 - R 265.00
R 265.00

Freedom Farms Antifragile Craft Super Soil

Freedom Farms
In stock

Antifragile Craft Super Soil has a few very important notices regarding super-soils. Due to the high nutrient content in super-soils nutrient toxic...

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R 265.00 - R 265.00
R 265.00
R 265.00 - R 265.00
R 265.00
Gold Label Gold Label Hydrocorn Substrate Grow Medium
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R 369.00 - R 369.00
R 369.00
R 369.00 - R 369.00
R 369.00

Gold Label Hydrocorn Substrate

Gold Label
Out of stock

Gold Label Hydrocorn substrate is specifically designed for growing hydroponically. Dutch quality medium for hydroponics. Gold Label Hydrocorn (cla...

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R 369.00 - R 369.00
R 369.00
R 369.00 - R 369.00
R 369.00
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Atami Atami Hydro Rokz Cocos 60/40 Grow Medium
R 435.00 - R 435.00
R 435.00
R 435.00 - R 435.00
R 435.00

Atami Hydro Rokz Cocos 60/40

Atami
In stock

Many types of hydroponic systems can benefit from using Atami Hydro Rokz Cocos 60/40, as it is a quality hydroponic substrate. This premium medium ...

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R 435.00 - R 435.00
R 435.00
R 435.00 - R 435.00
R 435.00
Gold Label Gold Label HydroCoco 80/20 Substrate Grow Medium
R 205.00 - R 205.00
R 205.00
R 205.00 - R 205.00
R 205.00

Gold Label HydroCoco 80/20 Substrate

Gold Label
In stock

Gold Label HydroCoco 80/20 Mix substrate is specifically designed for growing hydroponically. Dutch quality medium for hydroponics. Gold Label Hydr...

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R 205.00 - R 205.00
R 205.00
R 205.00 - R 205.00
R 205.00
FloraFlex FloraFlex PotPro 6″ Coco Cube Grow Medium
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R 29.00 - R 29.00
R 29.00
R 29.00 - R 29.00
R 29.00

FloraFlex PotPro 6″ Coco Cube

FloraFlex
Out of stock

The PotPro™ coco Cube is a hydrated coco cube featuring the consistency you can trust from Char Coir. This ready to use medium saves you space as w...

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R 29.00 - R 29.00
R 29.00
R 29.00 - R 29.00
R 29.00
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Freedom Farms Formula 1 Premium Growing Medium Grow Medium
R 235.00 - R 235.00
R 235.00
R 235.00 - R 235.00
R 235.00

Freedom Farms Formula 1 Premium Growing Medium

Freedom Farms
In stock

Freedom Farms Formula 1 is formulated to give the individual more control of the nutrients within the substrate when compared to the fortified Pr...

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R 235.00 - R 235.00
R 235.00
R 235.00 - R 235.00
R 235.00
Atami Atami Hydro Rokz Grow Medium
R 445.00 - R 445.00
R 445.00
R 445.00 - R 445.00
R 445.00

Atami Hydro Rokz

Atami
In stock

Hydroponic systems of all kinds can benefit from using Atami Hydro Rokz, as it is a premium hydroponic substrate. Its substrate's high porosity and...

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R 445.00 - R 445.00
R 445.00
R 445.00 - R 445.00
R 445.00
Atami Atami Bi Grow Mix Grow Medium
R 315.00 - R 315.00
R 315.00
R 315.00 - R 315.00
R 315.00

Atami Bi Grow Mix

Atami
In stock

This outstanding substrate, Atami Bi Grow Mix, is perfect for a wide variety of plant types. This substrate is ideal for green-thumbs because it co...

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R 315.00 - R 315.00
R 315.00
R 315.00 - R 315.00
R 315.00
Gold Label Gold Label Coco Peat Perlite 70/30 Grow Medium
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R 299.00 - R 299.00
R 299.00
R 299.00 - R 299.00
R 299.00

Gold Label Coco Peat Perlite 70/30

Gold Label
Out of stock

Gold label Coco Perlite is a very lightweight high porosity hydroponic substrate that combines tremendous air volume with great water retention and...

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R 299.00 - R 299.00
R 299.00
R 299.00 - R 299.00
R 299.00
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Gold Label Gold Label Hydro Round Substrate Grow Medium
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R 355.00 - R 355.00
R 355.00
R 355.00 - R 355.00
R 355.00

Gold Label Hydro Round Substrate

Gold Label
Out of stock

Gold Label Hydro Round substrate is specifically designed for growing hydroponically. Dutch quality medium for hydroponics. Gold Label Hydro round ...

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R 355.00 - R 355.00
R 355.00
R 355.00 - R 355.00
R 355.00
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R 475.00 - R 475.00
R 475.00
R 475.00 - R 475.00
R 475.00

Coco Peat Perlite 70/30 Growing Medium Mix - 100L

GrowGuru
In stock

Our premium Coco Peat and Perlite 70/30 Growing Medium – the perfect blend for cultivating thriving plants and maximizing your gardening success. S...

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R 475.00 - R 475.00
R 475.00
R 475.00 - R 475.00
R 475.00
R 275.00 - R 275.00
R 275.00
R 275.00 - R 275.00
R 275.00

Cultilène Rockwool Large Propagator Cube Tray

Cultilene
In stock

Cultilène is one of the world's leading substrate producers. They have a great reputation in the industry as a company that puts the grower first. ...

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R 275.00 - R 275.00
R 275.00
R 275.00 - R 275.00
R 275.00
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R 70.00 - R 70.00
R 70.00
R 70.00 - R 70.00
R 70.00

ROOT!T Propagator 45 Hole Inserts

Root!T
Out of stock

Large polystyrene cell tray insert with 45 holes (5 rows of 9). Insert is designed to fit the ROOT!T Large Propagator Tray and to accept Jiffy-7 Pl...

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R 70.00 - R 70.00
R 70.00
R 70.00 - R 70.00
R 70.00
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R 269.00 - R 269.00
R 269.00
R 269.00 - R 269.00
R 269.00

Washed & Buffered Cocos 50L

Atami
In stock

Washed & Buffered Cocos is a premium growing medium made from 100% washed and buffered coco fiber, ensuring zero fertilizers for exceptionally ...

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R 269.00 - R 269.00
R 269.00
R 269.00 - R 269.00
R 269.00
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R 280.00 - R 280.00
R 280.00
R 280.00 - R 280.00
R 280.00

Jiffy PRO7 ALL+ Mix 50L Bag

Jiffy
Out of stock

Jiffy PRO7 ALL+ Mix THE Premium pre-charged rich, living, pre-fertilised substrate. PRO7 ALL+ Mix comes ready for planting into and offers the opt...

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R 280.00 - R 280.00
R 280.00
R 280.00 - R 280.00
R 280.00
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R 330.00 - R 330.00
R 330.00
R 330.00 - R 330.00
R 330.00

Jiffy PRO7 COCO 70/30 Coco Perlite Mix 50L Bag

Jiffy
In stock

Jiffy PRO7 COCO is produced by Jiffy, a world-renowned brand, supplying constantly high-quality premium substrates for both beginners and expert g...

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R 330.00 - R 330.00
R 330.00
R 330.00 - R 330.00
R 330.00
R 225.00 - R 225.00
R 225.00
R 225.00 - R 225.00
R 225.00

Atami Janeco Light-Mix 50L

Atami
In stock

Atami Janeco-Lightmix provides an excellent foundation for growing nearly any type of crop. This lightly fertilized soil ensures that even the most...

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R 225.00 - R 225.00
R 225.00
R 225.00 - R 225.00
R 225.00
R 255.00 - R 255.00
R 255.00
R 255.00 - R 255.00
R 255.00

Jiffy PRO7 LIGHT Peat Potting Mix 50L Bag

Jiffy
In stock

PRO7 is the new range of potting mixes produced by Jiffy which, through research, have been developed to give the optimal growing conditions for c...

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R 255.00 - R 255.00
R 255.00
R 255.00 - R 255.00
R 255.00
R 3.50 - R 3.50
R 3.50
R 3.50 - R 3.50
R 3.50

Jiffy Peat Preforma Glue Plug

Jiffy
In stock

Jiffy Peat Preforma Glue Plugs are an extremely uniform substrate. The plug is structured with hundreds of micro air pockets evenly distributed thr...

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R 3.50 - R 3.50
R 3.50
R 3.50 - R 3.50
R 3.50
R 1,589.00 - R 1,589.00
R 1,589.00
R 1,589.00 - R 1,589.00
R 1,589.00

Jiffy Peat Preforma Glue Plug (Box 780)

Jiffy
In stock

Jiffy Peat Preforma Glue Plugs are an extremely uniform substrate. The plug is structured with hundreds of micro air pockets evenly distributed thr...

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R 1,589.00 - R 1,589.00
R 1,589.00
R 1,589.00 - R 1,589.00
R 1,589.00
R 280.00 - R 280.00
R 280.00
R 280.00 - R 280.00
R 280.00

Jiffy Peat Preforma Glue Plug (100 Pack)

Jiffy
In stock

Jiffy Peat Preforma Glue Plugs are an extremely uniform substrate. The plug is structured with hundreds of micro air pockets evenly distributed thr...

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R 280.00 - R 280.00
R 280.00
R 280.00 - R 280.00
R 280.00
R 70.00 - R 70.00
R 70.00
R 70.00 - R 70.00
R 70.00

Jiffy Peat Preforma Glue Plug (20 Pack)

Jiffy
In stock

Jiffy Peat Preforma Glue Plugs are an extremely uniform substrate. The plug is structured with hundreds of micro air pockets evenly distributed thr...

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R 70.00 - R 70.00
R 70.00
R 70.00 - R 70.00
R 70.00
R 2.50 - R 2.50
R 2.50
R 2.50 - R 2.50
R 2.50

Jiffy 7 Pellets - 41mm

Jiffy
In stock

Jiffy 7 Peat Pellets 41mm – The Ultimate Growing Medium for Seeds & Cuttings Jiffy 7 Pellets 41mm are the perfect solution for seed germination...

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R 2.50 - R 2.50
R 2.50
R 2.50 - R 2.50
R 2.50

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