Description
Gold Label 60-40 50L is a high-quality hydro-coco substrate combining the best qualities of clay pebbles and coco coir to deliver balanced water retention, excellent drainage and superb root aeration, ideal for hydroponic systems, pot-based soilless grows and flood-and-drain setups. Whether you’re a hobbyist or professional grower, this ready-to-use mix gives your plants a strong, breathable foundation to thrive.
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Gold Label 60-40 is a pre-mixed growing medium made up of 60% premium clay pebbles (Hydrocorn) and 40% pure coco coir fibres. The combination brings together:
Excellent drainage and aeration from clay pebbles, helping prevent water logging and promoting oxygen-rich root zones.
Good water and nutrient retention from coco fibres, reducing the frequency of required fertigation and ensuring moisture is available when needed.
This inert, nutrient-free substrate allows you full control over feeding regimes, letting you choose and dose your nutrients to suit the plants and system you’re running. It’s especially effective in hydroponics, dripper systems, ebb & drain, or any pot-based irrigation setup.
Key Features & Benefits
- Optimised 60/40 Clay & Coco Blend: Combines aeration and drainage with moisture retention, giving roots ideal conditions to expand and absorb nutrients.
- Great for Hydroponics & Soilless Systems: Works perfectly in flood & drain, drip, or manual watering systems.
- Reduces Feeding Frequency: Thanks to the coco content, plants don’t dry out as quickly as with clay pebbles alone, meaning less frequent watering.
- Inert & pH-Stable: The substrate contains no nutrients or additives, so you maintain full control of your nutrient programme.
- Promotes Healthy Roots: Excellent drainage helps prevent root rot, while the airy structure encourages vigorous root development.
- RHP Certified Quality: Made to consistent commercial-grade substrate standards, clean, buffered and ready to use.
How to Use
- Open the Bag: Pour Gold Label 60-40 into your pots or grow trays.
- Loosen the Medium: Gently break up any compacted areas so the substrate stays light and airy.
- Plant or Transplant: Place seedlings, cuttings or young plants into the media with appropriate spacing.
- Feed Your Way: Apply your chosen nutrient solution from the first watering, as this medium is inert and requires added fertiliser.
- Monitor Moisture: Water when the mix has dropped to around half of its fully-saturated weight to avoid over/under-watering.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Gold Label 60-40 used for?- It’s a growing medium mix of clay pebbles (60%) and coco coir (40%), perfect for hydroponic and soilless pot-based systems to balance drainage with water retention.
Do I need to add nutrients to Gold Label 60-40?
- Yes. This substrate is inert and contains no nutrients, so you must feed plants with a nutrient solution tailored to your growth stage.
Can this be used in soil growing?
- While ideal for hydroponics, drippers and ebb & drain, Gold Label 60-40 can also be used in pot-based media if supplemented appropriately with nutrients.
Does this mix help prevent root rot?
- Yes. The high porosity and excellent drainage reduce excess water around roots, helping to prevent root rot and associated problems.
How often should I water?
- Water less frequently than with clay pebbles alone. Coco holds moisture while clay aids drainage. Aim to water when the medium has lost roughly half of its full weight.
Gold Label 60-40 50L delivers a balanced, reliable substrate that brings together the strong aeration of clay pebbles with the moisture retention of coco coir, supporting healthier roots, stable moisture levels and easier feeding control. Whether you’re running a flood & drain system or a simple pot-based setup, this mix gives growers confidence in the foundation beneath their plants.