Leca balls

🟤 LECA pebbles – Proper use in substrate and hydroponics

LECA (Lightweight Expanded Clay Aggregate) pebbles are expanded, fired clay spheres with a light and porous structure. They are used in semi-hydroponic growing, as part of a specialized mixture, as decorative coverage, or in outer decorative pots. They are not a substitute for a drainage hole and should not be added as a layer at the bottom of every pot. Available in 3 sizes: 1-liter box, 6-liter bag, and 20-liter bag.

💧 How to use? 5 methods

1️⃣ Mixing into potting mix
If the LECA is suitable for the plant and mixture, mix it into the substrate instead of creating a separate layer at the bottom. Ensure the container has an open drainage hole.

2️⃣ Semi-hydroponic growing
You can use LECA as a medium in a controlled method, using a suitable reservoir, nutrient solution, and monitoring water levels — it is not simple to switch from soil to LECA without proper adaptation.

3️⃣ Decorative top layer
You can spread a thin layer for a clean look. Check the substrate moisture beneath the pebbles before watering.

4️⃣ Elevating inside decorative pots
You can place LECA in the outer pot so the inner growing pot sits above accumulated water. The LECA remains outside the substrate, and you should empty excess water after watering.

5️⃣ Specialized substrate use
LECA can be incorporated into orchid or other plant mixes only when the method is suited to the species and growing conditions.

✅ Why LECA pebbles? The benefits

🟤 Light and porous structure – suitable for use in specialized substrates or controlled growing systems
🪶 Low weight – easy to handle, wash, and fill suitable growing containers
💧 Semi-hydroponic growing – allows for water and fertilizer management when the container and method are properly adapted
🎨 Decorative coverage – creates a uniform finish; check moisture under the covering before watering
♻️ Controlled reuse – can be cleaned and disinfected before reuse if the previous plant was healthy
🕳️ Not a drainage substitute – in standard substrate growing, an open drainage hole is still required, not just a layer of LECA at the bottom

🪴 Which plants is it suitable for?

Usage depends on the plant and growing method. LECA is not a mandatory drainage layer for every pot:

🌺 Orchids – you can use LECA as part of a specialized substrate or in a controlled method suited to the orchid type
🌵 Succulents and cacti – need a uniform, draining mix and a container with an open hole, not a layer of LECA at the bottom
🪴 Monstera, Philodendron, and Pothos – can be suitable for semi-hydroponic growing with proper water and nutrient management
🌱 Other houseplants – check suitability for the specific plant and do not automatically add LECA to every pot

💡 Usage tips

🚿 Rinse before use – rinse off clay dust until the water runs clear.
🧭 Adapt to the growing method – mixing in substrate, semi-hydroponics, and decorative coverage require different quantities and care.
🕳️ Do not place a layer at the bottom – in standard substrate growing, use a uniform mix and a container with an open drainage hole.
♻️ Reuse – clean and disinfect before reuse; do not use LECA from a sick plant for another one.
💧 Monitor water levels – in hydroponics, track water levels and fertilization, and in decorative pots, empty excess water after watering.

📦 What's in the bag?

🟤 Product: LECA pebbles – Flower World
📏 Available sizes:
   📦 1-liter box – for a single pot or testing
   📦 6-liter bag – enough for approx. 5-10 pots
   📦 20-liter bag – great value for the whole house!
🌍 Material: Natural clay fired at high temperature
⚖️ Properties: Lightweight, porous, pH neutral, sterile
♻️ Reuse: Yes! Can be washed and reused

📐 How much LECA do you need? Quick guide

For mixing into substrate: The amount depends on the plant and mixture; mix uniformly and follow substrate instructions.
For semi-hydroponic growing: The amount is determined by the container and method, along with proper water and fertilizer management.
For decorative coverage: Use only enough to cover the substrate surface and check moisture under the covering.
For outer decorative pots: Use an amount that elevates the growing pot above accumulated water, and empty the excess.