Mother Earth #4 Extra Large Perlite
The Gold Standard for Rare Plant Collectors
If you're mixing custom substrates for high-value plants, standard big-box store perlite simply won't cut it. Fine perlite breaks down, turns into a dense sludge at the bottom of the pot, and traps moisture—leading directly to root rot.
Our Mother Earth #4 Coarse Perlite is the largest commercial grade available. Featuring jumbo "popcorn-sized" chunks (up to 1 inch), it creates permanent air pockets in your soil mix that resist collapsing.
Key Features & Benefits
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Jumbo #4 Coarse Grade: Massive 1-inch chunks provide 3x the aeration of standard fine-grade perlite.
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Anti-Root Rot Protection: Keeps soil airy and free-draining.
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Sifted & Clean: Hand-packed at our nursery to ensure minimal fines and maximum chunk in every bag.
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Boutique Resealable Packaging: Shipped in our signature matte black Mild to Wild Studio bag featuring an ergonomic carrying handle and heavy-duty zipper seal for easy storage.
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Multipurpose Medium: Perfect for DIY Aroid soil mixes and semi-hydroponic propagation.
Product Specifications
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Brand: Sourced from Mother Earth® / Packaged by Mild to Wild Studio
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Grade: #4 Extra Large / Extra Coarse
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Volume: 3 US Gallons (approx. 12 Dry Quarts)
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Avg. Particle Size: 1/2" to 1" (12mm – 25mm)
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Packaging: Matte black resealable bag with die-cut handle