Perlite – 20 Quart Bag

Lightweight Horticultural Perlite for Hydroponics, Propagation & Soil Mixes

Perlite is a premium growing media option used to improve aeration, drainage, and root zone health in a wide range of growing environments, including hydroponic systems, greenhouse propagation, container gardens and soil mixes. Ideal for both hobby and professional growers, perlite provides consistent performance and helps support strong, vigorous root systems.

Whether you’re starting seeds, growing microgreens, producing leafy greens, or improving garden soil, this lightweight and inert medium enhances root health and water management for more efficient crop production.

12 quarts of perlite will fill one Bato Bucket.  

Key Features

• Improves Aeration & Drainage
  Coarse perlite increases air space in the root zone and enhances drainage, preventing waterlogged media and supporting healthier root development — especially in hydroponic, propagation, and container systems.

• Lightweight & Inert Growing Media
  Perlite is pH neutral and sterile, introducing no nutrients or chemical interference. It won’t break down over time, making it ideal for long-term mixes and repeated crop cycles.

• Enhances Soil & Soilless Mixes
  Use it alone or blend with coconut coir, peat moss, or potting soil to create optimal media structures with improved moisture retention and reduced compaction.

• Versatile Growing Applications
  Perfect for seed starting, hydroponic NFT, deep water culture (DWC), ebb & flow tables, cuttings, container gardens, raised beds, and microgreen trays.

Benefits for Growers

• Better Water Management
  Perlite helps balance water retention and drainage so that roots have consistent moisture without becoming saturated — leading to reduced root disease and stronger plant growth.

• Increased Oxygen Availability
  The porous structure of perlite permits better airflow in the root zone, supporting nutrient uptake and robust root development.

• Consistent, High-Quality Media
  Being sterile and lightweight, perlite won’t introduce pathogens and won’t alter pH, giving growers confidence in uniform crop performance.

• Easy to Mix & Use
  Because it is loose and lightweight, perlite easily blends with other media components or can be used on its own in hydroponic systems.