Kanuma 3-5 mm

Kanuma is a light, acidic Japanese volcanic clay, ideal for acid-loving plants. This natural substrate maintains a low pH, promoting the growth of plants like azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias, which require an acidic environment to thrive.

Uses: Kanuma is used as an amendment in soil mixes for acid-loving plants. It improves drainage while retaining enough moisture for the roots, making it a perfect substrate for azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias and other plants that prefer acidic soil.

Recommended plants: Azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias, hydrangeas, other acid-loving plants.

Properties :

• Light and sour
• Maintains low pH

Benefits :

• Promotes the growth of acid-loving plants by maintaining an optimal acidic environment
• Improves drainage while retaining enough moisture for roots
• Does not rise to the surface like perlite, ensuring even distribution in the substrate
• Excellent aeration, preventing soil compaction and promoting root development

Additional Information for Ornamental Culture:

• Kanuma is especially beneficial for acid-loving plants such as azaleas, rhododendrons, and camellias, which require a low pH substrate to thrive.
• It can also be used for other plants that prefer an acidic environment, such as some varieties of hydrangeas.
• In horticulture, Kanuma is recognized for its ability to improve soil structure, facilitating root growth and plant health.
• When used in combination with other amendments such as akadama or pumice, it enhances the overall performance of the mix, providing an ideal growing environment for a variety of ornamental plants.
• Its lightness allows easy handling and reduces damage when maintaining plants.