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Its structure creates air pockets while still holding sufficient moisture, making it ideal for seedlings, small plants, and delicate root systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coco fiber is super-washed, low in dust, and low in salts, ensuring a clean and stable base for high-quality growing mixes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoco fiber may arrive slightly moist, which is normal and does not affect performance or quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 22\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePacked in resealable ziplock bags. Sold per \u003cstrong data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"392\"\u003e5 liters\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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