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Clay Balls (Leca Pebbles)

Whether you grow hydroponically, aquaponically or in soil, expanded clay balls are an indispensable medium for your plants. Hydro Experts offers a wide selection of high-quality clay balls for plants, leca pebbles and hydroton balls for all of your horticultural needs. Our leca clay balls are ideal for use in deep water culture (DWC) systems, Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) systems and aeroponics. 

Expanded clay balls provide a stable yet porous structure for plant roots to grow into while also allowing for adequate drainage, airflow and water retention. Our leca balls help oxygenate plant roots and provide a stable base for hydroponic and aquaponic crops. The porous structure of our leca clay balls allows for easy movement of water and nutrients to plant roots while still providing support. 

Our hydroton clay balls are pH-neutral and inert, meaning they will not change the chemistry of your nutrient solution.  Whether you grow rare houseplants or leafy greens, our selection of clay pebbles and expanded clay balls can help take your crop to the next level. We offer various sizes of leca balls to suit different plants and growing systems, from small-diameter balls for seedlings to extra-large balls for larger crops. Our leca clay balls are made of pure expanded clay for durability and reliability crop after crop. 

If you're looking for the highest quality expanded clay balls and leca pebbles for all of your hydroponic, aquaponic and horticultural needs, contact Hydro Experts today. We have the products and expertise to help take your indoor and outdoor growing to new heights.

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Clay balls are one of the best grow mediums out there for a number of reasons. For starters, they're incredibly lightweight and easy to work with. They also provide excellent drainage and aeration for your plants, which is essential for healthy growth.

Another great thing about Clay balls is that they help to regulate moisture levels in the soil, which can be a big issue for many growers. They also don't break down over time like other grow mediums, so you can use them over and over again.

If you're looking for a top-quality grow medium that will give your plants everything they need to thrive, Clay balls are a great option to consider.

What are Clay balls made from?

Clay balls are made from a type of clay called kaolin. This clay is incredibly porous, which helps to aerate the soil and promote healthy root growth. It's also very lightweight, making it easy to work with.

Some Quick Tips for Clay Pebbles

  • When using clay pebbles, it's important to ensure that they're properly hydrated before adding them to your growing medium. To do this, simply soak them in water for a few hours before using them.
  • It's also a good idea to rinse the clay pebbles before adding them to your growing medium. This will help to remove any dust or debris that could potentially harm your plants.
  • Clay pebbles can be used in a variety of different ways in your grow room. For example, you can use them as a drainage layer at the bottom of your pots, or you can mix them in with your soil to improve aeration.

No matter how you choose to use them, clay pebbles are an excellent growing medium that will help your plants thrive.

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