{"product_id":"horticultural-red-lava-3-6mm-3-5l","title":"Horticultural Red Lava 3-6mm - 3.5L","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRed Lava (Scoria)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Foundation of Strength and Drainage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOptimize your bonsai’s root health with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003eHorticultural Red Lava\u003c\/b\u003e. This porous volcanic rock provides superior aeration and drainage, preventing root rot and soil compaction. The permanent, 100% natural substrate for professional bonsai soil mixes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhy Choose Red Lava?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMacro \u0026amp; Micro-Pores:\u003c\/b\u003e  The volcanic structure traps air and water at a microscopic level, ensuring roots stay hydrated without being \"wet.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStructural Integrity:\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUnlike organic mulch, \u003cstrong\u003eRed Lava\u003c\/strong\u003e never decomposes, maintaining consistent soil structure for years.  This means you can go longer between repotting sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAnchorage:\u003c\/b\u003e  The rough, jagged edges of the lava rock provide excellent grip for fine feeder roots to latch onto, creating a stable root ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCation Exchange Capacity (CEC):\u003c\/b\u003e  It helps retain and slowly release essential nutrients from your fertilizers to the tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use Red Lava:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBonsai Mixes:\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFor the ultimate \"Conifer Mix,\" combine Red Lava with Akadama and Kiryuzuna \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ein a 1:1:1 ratio.  The lava provides the drainage, while the akadama holds the nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSucculent and Cactus Mix:  \u003c\/strong\u003eUse with Akadama or Kanuma with some Hyuga for a gritty, well-draining soil mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropicals or Ficus Mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e  2:1:1 Akadama, Red Lava, Hyuga Pumice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as a top dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bonsai Botanicals","offers":[{"title":"3.5 Litres","offer_id":44270103265322,"sku":"HOR-6025","price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/3248\/1834\/files\/D-2.jpg?v=1776897187","url":"https:\/\/bonsaibotanicals.com\/products\/horticultural-red-lava-3-6mm-3-5l","provider":"Bonsai Botanicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}