Lava Volcanic Stone Natura Raw 3KG

Natural lava rock is a multifunctional material, which can be used as an efficient drainage layer or even the sole substrate in terrariums, especially for plants that thrive with lower nutrient levels. It’s not only beneficial for terrariums but also an outstanding drainage material for vivarium and terrariums which allows to maintain a balanced ecosystem.

Beyond physical support for moss or plants, the lava stones play a significant role in biological filtration. Its expansive surface area provides a habitat for beneficial bacteria maintaining a healthy environment in your ecosystem.

Lava rock can be used in vivariums and terrariums for microlandscaping. Plant small ferns, moss and other plants into natural holes (or drilled) to get a very natural effect. The lava rock pores will absorb water and keep plants and moss hydrated.

You can use small pieces or glue a few together to create bigger rocks.

Benefits of lava rocks:

  • lava stones are natural and eco-friendly alternatives to polystyrene for creating landscapes in your terrarium, vivarium and mossarium
  • lava rocks create a perfect environment to grow moss and create moss walls and grottos in your terrariums
  • can be used to grow bonsai
  • the amazing substrate to grow your favourite lithophyte (plants which grow in or on rocks instead of soil) like ferns, orchids, schefflera!
  • can be used as a part of growing medium of aroids like monster, syngonium or philodendron

    Please note, that as a natural product, our lava rocks vary in shape and size, ensuring each piece is unique. Smaller pieces can be glued together to make bigger rocks if necessary.

£15.00

7 in stock

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Terrarium Checklist

Materials you need to create a terrarium:

  • Terrarium Soil: A specialist blend that is tailored for humidity-loving plants
  • Sphagnum Moss: Helps with water retention and improves drainage
  • Activated Charcoal: To prevent mould and provide an additional layer of filtration
  • Drainage layer: Stones or clay pebbles for added drainage
  • Selection of Humidity-loving plants: A variety of plants that thrive in high-humidity environments
  • Decorative Stones: To add a decorative touch around your plants
  • Cushion or Sheet Moss: To add a natural touch around your plants
  • Additional decorations: Use crystals, favourite ornaments, pieces of wood, bark or anything else you want
  • Glass container: can be closed or opened, the best is made of clear glass
  • Springtails and Ispodpods: Make your terrarium a bio-active thriving environment with those little helpers
  • Tools: Help you create a beautiful terrarium and maintain it later
  • Mister: Delicately spray a gentle mist of water, ensuring your plants receive the moisture they need to thrive

Need extra help

If you prefer a super easy way to start with your terrarium project, we also offer large, eco-glass terrarium kits that include everything you need to create a beautiful terrarium, from the closed container with a cork lid to the soil, moss, and plants. Our website also has an article on how to make a terrarium with step-by-step instructions, helpful advice, and answers to frequently asked questions to help you get started.

 

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