An enhanced biodegradable engineered media for hydroponic seed propagation. The Horticubes® eS media has lower density and higher drainage and is specially engineered for hydroponic seed germination of vegetables and leafy greens. This product’s specialized media density promotes faster and stronger root growth.
Best for (crops): lettuce, leafy greens, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and other vegetables
eS – Ecologically sustainable product
Our product platform for products that have an ecological and/or sustainable benefit due to chemistry, manufacturing process or ecologically sustainable beneficial effect on resources and/or processes.
Features and Benefits of Horticubes® eS
Horticubes® eS foam has been shown by ASTM D5511 to biodegrade 75% within 335 days in a biologically active landfill condition
Less environmental impact
Ideal air to water ratio for fast and uniform germination
Specialized media density allows for fast and easy root penetration
Clean media allows for a healthy, disease and pathogen free start
Durable foam minimizes clogging of irrigation filters
No fertilizer added to allow for total hydroponic nutrition control
No cation exchange capacity provides easily steerable solution
Uniform moisture throughout the media regardless of the irrigation method
Consistent dibble hole spacing permits automated seeding
Consistent dibble hole shape and depth promotes uniform germination and growth