Description

Zeolite is a naturally occurring volcanic rock that is mined in Australia and is Certified Organic and can be used in various applications. It is a preferred Water Corporation soil amendment. It works equally well in soil as it does in water. It can be mixed directly into the soil to maximise nutrient retention, act as a growing bed for vegetable seedlings in aquaponics and zeolite is great for controlling algae.

Zeolite is hydrophilic, Its structure allows it to absorb and store a great percentage of its mass in water, that can still be accessed by plants and soil organisms. But at the same time, it also entraps air - so necessary for healthy active root growth and beneficial organisms.

It is also available in 2.2mm Sand 15kg bag

Improving and getting the soil right is essential to healthy plant growth. The healthier the soil, the more drought-resistant your plants will be.

Sandy soil is typical in WA, its naturally very nutrient poor and does not hold water well. By adding Spongolite or Zeolite Gravel and/or Zeolite Sand, along with soil improvers such as organic matter, soil and other wetting agents and soil amendments can hugely improve soil.

When purchasing products to improve your soil, look out for products with the Waterwise and Smart Approved WaterMark symbols. These are the preferred choice because of their relevance to WA’s climatic conditions and their water saving qualities.

Organic

Spongolite (and Zeolite) are a natural, certified organic and endorsed product by the Water Corporation of Western Australia as a preferred soil amendment. Being an organic product you can be assured that you can never overdose these products, infact, using more will always be better.

Uses for Zeolite

There are many uses for Zeolite. Below are some examples -

Soil ameliorates (amendments) to improve water and nutrient holding properties, and to reduce nutrient leaching.
A base for slow-release fertilizers, especially water-soluble preparations
A carrier for soil wetting agents and biological soil activators.
An additive to potting mixes, composts and worm farms.
Water filtration in swimming pools, fishponds, reduces algae, aquaculture, etc.
In synthetic turf to absorb pollutants, sometimes also used as playground sand.
A soil-less growing medium in hydroponics and aquaponics.
As a stock feed additive.
Odour and moisture absorption, e.g., in animal bedding to trap malodorous volatiles.
In air filtration to remove gases.
Treating pollution, chemical spills, etc.
Waste water and sewerage treatment.