I detailed review from an experienced Leca user, and tropical plant mom. The first photo shows what this leca looks like straight out of the bag, it is pretty dusty but there wasnt a layer of sediment build up in the bottom of the bag like you get with a lot of cheap leca. Second photo is with the flash on (so color is brighter than in person) and shows what it looks like after the first rinse.
3rd and 4th photos are the water from first rinse, and sediment build up, to show why all new use rinsing of leca should be done out side and this water should not go into your pipes. I ended up rinsing this leca a total of 6 times per colander full, agitating it all really well with each rinse. I had two colander fulls total from the one bag. The 5th picture is after a 72 hour soak if the leca, in which i changed the water three times, to try to rid it from as many particals that wouldve ended up building up on plant stems and roots. (This is good practice for all leca). Afterwords i fully dried it by putting it in a 250 degree oven for 40 minutes, because i didnt have the patience to let it air dry, also will kill off any bacteria that may have been collected during its travels. The last photo shows the leca after its been fully rehydrated after that complete treatment.
All and all, this leca was a bit dirtier than maybe some bigger brands, and there were some pretty un-uniform pieces here and there, its also a little darker, but you get a lot more bang for your buck if youre willing to clean it properly, than you will with most other brands, and it seems to be better quality than most of the cheap stuff on here.
Functionality wise, this is a great deal for a great price, i got a very minimal amount of tiny or broken pieces, it holds in water well and stays moist for about as long as any other leca this size. So if youre debating, i say buy it. Theyre the perfect size for chunky blend soils, ive put a large amount of the bag into my organic soil less blend for my tropical plants, and will use the rest to propagate or for humidity trays. I also believe theyd work just as well for hydropic growing. Will be buying again.
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This Item  Calofulston 5LB LECA for Plants, 4-16mm Small Expanded Clay Pebbles for Hydroponic Growing, Organic Lecca Balls for Indoor Pots Drainage, Aquaponics, Come with Gloves |  |  |  |  | |
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Detailed review for those looking at this as a cheap soil amendment or hydroponic option.
I detailed review from an experienced Leca user, and tropical plant mom. The first photo shows what this leca looks like straight out of the bag, it is pretty dusty but there wasnt a layer of sediment build up in the bottom of the bag like you get with a lot of cheap leca. Second photo is with the flash on (so color is brighter than in person) and shows what it looks like after the first rinse.3rd and 4th photos are the water from first rinse, and sediment build up, to show why all new use rinsing of leca should be done out side and this water should not go into your pipes. I ended up rinsing this leca a total of 6 times per colander full, agitating it all really well with each rinse. I had two colander fulls total from the one bag. The 5th picture is after a 72 hour soak if the leca, in which i changed the water three times, to try to rid it from as many particals that wouldve ended up building up on plant stems and roots. (This is good practice for all leca). Afterwords i fully dried it by putting it in a 250 degree oven for 40 minutes, because i didnt have the patience to let it air dry, also will kill off any bacteria that may have been collected during its travels. The last photo shows the leca after its been fully rehydrated after that complete treatment.All and all, this leca was a bit dirtier than maybe some bigger brands, and there were some pretty un-uniform pieces here and there, its also a little darker, but you get a lot more bang for your buck if youre willing to clean it properly, than you will with most other brands, and it seems to be better quality than most of the cheap stuff on here. Functionality wise, this is a great deal for a great price, i got a very minimal amount of tiny or broken pieces, it holds in water well and stays moist for about as long as any other leca this size. So if youre debating, i say buy it. Theyre the perfect size for chunky blend soils, ive put a large amount of the bag into my organic soil less blend for my tropical plants, and will use the rest to propagate or for humidity trays. I also believe theyd work just as well for hydropic growing. Will be buying again.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
3rd and 4th photos are the water from first rinse, and sediment build up, to show why all new use rinsing of leca should be done out side and this water should not go into your pipes. I ended up rinsing this leca a total of 6 times per colander full, agitating it all really well with each rinse. I had two colander fulls total from the one bag. The 5th picture is after a 72 hour soak if the leca, in which i changed the water three times, to try to rid it from as many particals that wouldve ended up building up on plant stems and roots. (This is good practice for all leca). Afterwords i fully dried it by putting it in a 250 degree oven for 40 minutes, because i didnt have the patience to let it air dry, also will kill off any bacteria that may have been collected during its travels. The last photo shows the leca after its been fully rehydrated after that complete treatment.
All and all, this leca was a bit dirtier than maybe some bigger brands, and there were some pretty un-uniform pieces here and there, its also a little darker, but you get a lot more bang for your buck if youre willing to clean it properly, than you will with most other brands, and it seems to be better quality than most of the cheap stuff on here.
Functionality wise, this is a great deal for a great price, i got a very minimal amount of tiny or broken pieces, it holds in water well and stays moist for about as long as any other leca this size. So if youre debating, i say buy it. Theyre the perfect size for chunky blend soils, ive put a large amount of the bag into my organic soil less blend for my tropical plants, and will use the rest to propagate or for humidity trays. I also believe theyd work just as well for hydropic growing. Will be buying again.
Weight: 2.2 PoundsVerified Purchase
Detailed review for those looking at this as a cheap soil amendment or hydroponic option.
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
I detailed review from an experienced Leca user, and tropical plant mom. The first photo shows what this leca looks like straight out of the bag, it is pretty dusty but there wasnt a layer of sediment build up in the bottom of the bag like you get with a lot of cheap leca. Second photo is with the flash on (so color is brighter than in person) and shows what it looks like after the first rinse.Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
3rd and 4th photos are the water from first rinse, and sediment build up, to show why all new use rinsing of leca should be done out side and this water should not go into your pipes. I ended up rinsing this leca a total of 6 times per colander full, agitating it all really well with each rinse. I had two colander fulls total from the one bag. The 5th picture is after a 72 hour soak if the leca, in which i changed the water three times, to try to rid it from as many particals that wouldve ended up building up on plant stems and roots. (This is good practice for all leca). Afterwords i fully dried it by putting it in a 250 degree oven for 40 minutes, because i didnt have the patience to let it air dry, also will kill off any bacteria that may have been collected during its travels. The last photo shows the leca after its been fully rehydrated after that complete treatment.
All and all, this leca was a bit dirtier than maybe some bigger brands, and there were some pretty un-uniform pieces here and there, its also a little darker, but you get a lot more bang for your buck if youre willing to clean it properly, than you will with most other brands, and it seems to be better quality than most of the cheap stuff on here.
Functionality wise, this is a great deal for a great price, i got a very minimal amount of tiny or broken pieces, it holds in water well and stays moist for about as long as any other leca this size. So if youre debating, i say buy it. Theyre the perfect size for chunky blend soils, ive put a large amount of the bag into my organic soil less blend for my tropical plants, and will use the rest to propagate or for humidity trays. I also believe theyd work just as well for hydropic growing. Will be buying again.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2023
Weight: 5.0 PoundsVerified Purchase
Saving a root rot situation.
Had a 8ft Monstera that I had to chop up because of root rot.
It was in soil for about a year.
Then I put it in a vase filled with water for four months.
NOW it’s in Leca Balls and aesthetically I LOVE THESE BROWN BALLS! 🤣.
Had a 8ft Monstera that I had to chop up because of root rot.
It was in soil for about a year.
Then I put it in a vase filled with water for four months.
NOW it’s in Leca Balls and aesthetically I LOVE THESE BROWN BALLS! 🤣.
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