Perlite #8 Extra Large - 4 cu ft Bag

Coarse Drainage and Aeration for Root Zones - 4 cu ft

Compacted, waterlogged media starve roots of air. This perlite amendment uses extra large, bulky, coarse particles that keep mixes open, so water drains and air reaches the roots. It is sterile and has a neutral pH, so it adds no unwanted ingredients to your media.

The 4 cu ft bag suits regular indoor growers and larger container or bed projects that need a steady supply of coarse amendment. It is sold each. Commercial buyers should note the order minimum of 15 units.

Key Features & Benefits

• Extra large coarse particles — promote drainage and aeration around the roots.
• Neutral pH — leaves your nutrient and pH program undisturbed.
• Sterile and contaminant free — gives a clean start for cuttings and young plants.
• Single ingredient — perlite only, with nothing else added.
• Flexible use — mix into potting media or use alone in hydroponic setups.

Who Should Use Perlite #8 Extra Large

Growers who mix their own potting media, run hydroponic systems, or start cuttings will find it useful. It suits anyone whose mix holds too much water or compacts over time.

About Perlite #8 Extra Large

This is a perlite soil amendment in the #8 extra large grade, packed in a 4 cu ft bag. The ingredient list is perlite only. The bag measures 17 x 13 x 36 in and has a shipping weight of 17 lb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does perlite do in a potting mix?
A: It improves drainage and aeration. It also helps prevent compaction, which supports healthy root development.

Q: Can I use it without soil?
A: Yes. It can serve alone as a medium for hydroponics or for starting cuttings. It can also be blended with other media.

Q: Will it change my pH?
A: It has a neutral pH, so it should not shift your mix on its own. Keep checking your nutrient solution as usual.

Q: What does coarse grade mean?
A: It refers to particle size. Extra large, bulky particles leave bigger air gaps than fine grades, so they drain faster.

Q: Is the bag sold as a pack?
A: No. It is sold each. The minimum order of 15 is an order requirement only.