{"product_id":"pvp-industries-horticultural-coarse-vermiculite-natural-and-odorless-mix","title":"PVP Industries Horticultural Coarse Vermiculite, Natural and Odorless Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnlock the natural power of vermiculite, an incredibly versatile, lightweight mineral used across horticulture, construction, environmental cleanup, and more. This all-purpose product is permanent, odorless, sterile, and incredibly durable; it won’t deteriorate over time, making it a go-to choice for both professionals and DIYers. From indoor house plants to outdoor garden beds, this all-purpose grow media earns a permanent spot in any potting station, and the bulk 4-cubic-foot bag keeps you stocked season after season. In horticultural applications, vermiculite excels as a growing medium. Known for its unique \"wicking\" properties, it naturally attracts and holds essential nutrients such as ammonium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium, helping to support faster root development and stronger plant growth. Mix it with soil, peat, composted pine bark, or fertilizers to improve aeration and moisture retention. Ideal for seed germination, cutting propagation, and passive hydroponic systems, vermiculite soaks up over three times its volume in water, reducing plant maintenance and improving yield. That makes it a reliable seed starter for everything from vegetable and tomato seeds to herb and flower cuttings, whether you’re starting trays indoors or planting out in spring. Blend it into a potting mix, pair it with your favorite fertilizer, or scatter it over fresh grass seed to speed germination when overseeding the lawn. Vermiculite’s usefulness extends well beyond the garden. In construction, it serves as a key ingredient in fireproof cements, insulations, and lightweight concretes, perfect for use in ovens, fireplaces, and industrial applications. It’s widely used in vinyl pool base cements, battery shipments, brake linings, and hazardous material packaging due to its insulating and adsorbent properties. Whether you're growing healthy plants or building fire-safe structures, this all-in-one mineral solution is an essential addition to your toolkit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this item\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile \u0026amp; Long-Lasting: Clean, odorless, non-toxic, and pH neutral, vermiculite won’t rot or mold, making it ideal for gardening, packaging, and industrial use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorticulture Essential: Boosts root growth and nutrient absorption by holding ammonium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium, perfect for soil mixes, seeds, and cuttings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperior Moisture Control: Soaks up to 3x its volume in water, providing excellent aeration and hydration for passive hydroponics and low-maintenance gardening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFireproof \u0026amp; Insulating: A go-to ingredient in lightweight, fireproof cement and insulation, commonly used in ovens, construction, and mining applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial Grade Utility: Used in brake linings, pool base cements, and hazardous material packaging, adsorbent and cushioning properties protect in transit and during use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDonnetty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eItem Highlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional Use for Gardening, Packaging, and Industrial, 4 Cubic Feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNumber of Packs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eUnit Count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eItem Type Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVermiculite 4 Cubic Ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107402\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModel number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVermiculite-A3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStyle Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDonnetty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Sillmend","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46408772976775,"sku":"AMZ-B086T62Q2W","price":87.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5780\/3911\/files\/41M1mqLns7L.jpg?v=1793658841","url":"https:\/\/sillmend.com\/products\/pvp-industries-horticultural-coarse-vermiculite-natural-and-odorless-mix","provider":"Sillmend","version":"1.0","type":"link"}