Japanese Hyuga Pumice

The Permanent Solution for Aeration and Drainage

Sourced from the Miyazaki Prefecture in Japan, Hyuga Pumice is a naturally occurring volcanic substrate prized by bonsai hobbyists for its unique ability to balance water retention with extreme aeration.  Unlike standard pumice, Hyuga is harder, more porous, and incredibly resistant to breaking down over time.  This ensures that your soil structure remains intact for years, preventing the compaction that leads to root rot.

Key Benefits for Your Plants:

• Stable Soil Structure:  Hard volcanic stone that resists crushing and won’t break down over time. This maintains the essential "open" structure of your soil for years, reducing the frequency of stressful repotting.
• Superior Aeration:  Highly breathable and porous nature of Hyuga allows oxygen airflow into the root zone, stimulating growth of fine, fibrous feeder roots- the secret to healthy, vigorous trees and refined branching.
  
• Moisture Management:  Hyuga absorbs a precise amount of water into its core while allowing excess moisture to drain away instantly, preventing overwatering and root rot.
• pH Neutral:  Provides a stable, clean environment that gives you total control over your fertilization and nutrient regimen.
• Mineral content:  Because of its volcanic origin, Hyuga contains lots of trace minerals.

How to use Hyuga:

• Drainage:  Excellent as a drainage layer at the bottom of the pot
• Soil Amendment:  Mix with Akadama, Kiryuzuna, Kanuma and Lava Rock for a professional-grade substrate used in bonsai or succulents.

How is Hyuga different from Perlite?

Perlite is fragile and often floats to the top of the pot, creating a mess. Hyuga is a heavy-duty volcanic stone that stays mixed within the soil, providing consistent aeration from top to bottom.