{"product_id":"ba-coco-5kg-3pack","title":"Coco Coir Bricks 15kg (3 × 5kg) – Buffered Coconut Coir Compost (Coco Peat) – Expands to 225L Peat-Free Growing Medium – pH-Balanced for Seeds, Plants, Hydroponics \u0026 Houseplants","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis product is a pack of three raw coco coir bricks — the ideal base substrate for growers who want to create their own custom growing mixes in bulk. Blend with perlite, vermiculite, or your preferred amendments to suit any plant. Prefer a ready-made option? Our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plant-specific-mixes\"\u003eplant-specific growing mixes\u003c\/a\u003e (coming soon) are pre-blended and ready to use straight from the bag.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8f9fa; border:1px solid #dee2e6; border-left:4px solid #2e86c1; border-radius:0 6px 6px 0; padding:12px 16px; margin-bottom:20px; font-size:0.92em; line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#2e86c1;\"\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coco coir is also known in the trade as “coco peat” or “coir pith” — it is the fine, spongy material from coconut husks. Despite the name, it contains absolutely zero peat and is 100% peat-free.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree 5kg bricks, each expanding to 75 litres — 225 litres of professional-grade, calcium-buffered coco coir in one order.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smart bulk buy for allotment holders, greenhouse growers, and serious propagators. Three individually wrapped bricks, each ready to expand on demand. Use one, store the rest. No rinsing, no conditioning, no adjustment required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Bulk Buyers Choose Buffered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnbuffered coco coir depletes calcium and magnesium from your nutrient solution before your plants can access them — a costly problem when you are running multiple crops, large raised beds, or a commercial propagation programme. Our bricks are calcium-buffered at source: cation exchange sites are already filled, so every batch performs consistently from the first grow to the last. No conditioning, no adjustment, no wasted product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e225 litres total from three compact 5kg compressed bricks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWashed and calcium-buffered — flushes out excess salts and prevents nutrient lock-out from day one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable pH 5.5–6.5, ultra-low EC — ready to use straight from the pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally resistant to mould — supports healthy root development (natural lignin structure)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow sodium — gentle on salt-sensitive plants and seedlings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperior water retention and airy texture — keeps compost moist while preventing waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% peat-free and biodegradable — made from renewable coconut husk fibre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree individually wrapped bricks — use one at a time, store the rest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaves nearly £4 compared to buying three singles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispatched from our UK warehouse within 1 working day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShrink film: LDPE ≥ 30% recycled — widely recyclable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace one brick in a large bucket or container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 20 litres of clean water (warm water speeds expansion).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait 20–30 minutes while the brick swells (expands to 75L).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluff thoroughly with a fork or hand tool until light and even.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat for each brick as needed. Use alone or blend with perlite (70:30 ratio) for improved drainage and aeration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin feeding with a balanced nutrient solution from week one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge raised beds, greenhouse benches, allotment plots, polytunnels, bulk propagation, and season-long supply for serious growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 15kg total (3 × 5kg bricks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanded volume: approximately 225 litres total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 5.5–6.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEC: Ultra-low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-buffered: Yes (calcium and magnesium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Three individually wrapped compressed bricks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaving vs 3 singles: approximately £4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf life: 24 months from manufacture when stored correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrefer a Ready-Made Mix?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you'd rather skip the blending, our \u003cstrong\u003eplant-specific growing mixes\u003c\/strong\u003e are formulated for individual plant types — houseplants, tomatoes, herbs, orchids, cacti, and seed starting. Pre-blended, peat-free, and ready to use. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plant-specific-mixes\"\u003eView the range →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg, #0b1d35, #1a3d6a); border-radius:12px; padding:24px 20px; margin-top:28px; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch4 style=\"color:#a8e063; font-size:1.15em; margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e🧮 How Much Do You Need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color:#e2e8f0; margin:0 0 14px; font-size:0.9em;\"\u003eCalculate the exact amount for your raised bed, pot, or grow bag — including mix ratios and water needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/calculator\" style=\"display:inline-block; background:#a8e063; color:#0b1d35; font-weight:700; padding:10px 24px; border-radius:8px; text-decoration:none; font-size:0.95em;\"\u003eOpen Calculator →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f4f8ec;border:2px solid #cff394;border-radius:10px;padding:20px 24px;margin:24px 0;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#0b1d35;font-size:17px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eNot sure how much you need?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#555;font-size:14px;margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eUse our free calculator to get the exact quantity for your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/calculator\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#0b1d35;color:#cff394;font-weight:700;font-size:14px;padding:10px 24px;border-radius:6px;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eCoco Peat Calculator →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8fafc; border:1px solid #cbd5e1; padding:18px 22px; margin:24px 0; border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px; font-size:1.05rem; color:#1f2937;\"\u003eBuffering specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eEvery batch is calcium-buffered at source and lab-tested before dispatch. This pre-saturates the cation-exchange (CEC) sites with calcium so your fertiliser-supplied calcium and magnesium stay plant-available, and keeps electrical conductivity (EC) low for predictable nutrient uptake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 12px; padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–6.5 (ideal for most plants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical conductivity (EC):\u003c\/strong\u003e below 0.5 mS\/cm in fresh hydrated coir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffering:\u003c\/strong\u003e calcium-buffered at source (not buffered at home; no Cal-Mag pre-treatment required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e direct import from Kerala, India — no middlemen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatch testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e EC and pH lab-tested on every batch before dispatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:0.92rem; color:#475569;\"\u003eWant to understand the chemistry? Read \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/what-is-coco-peat#faqpage\"\u003ehow buffering works\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Blue Apple Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53648554819894,"sku":"BAG-CP-3X5KG","price":46.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/3288\/1974\/files\/15kg_Buffered_Coco_Peat_Brick.jpg?v=1773238333","url":"https:\/\/blueapplegarden.co.uk\/products\/ba-coco-5kg-3pack","provider":"Blue Apple Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}