Coco Chips 4.5kg – Compressed Coir Husk Chips for Orchid & Bromeliad Growing

COCO CHIPS 4.5kg – Compressed Coir Husk Chips for Orchid & Bromeliad Growing

COCO CHIPS 4.5kg is a premium, compressed block of 100% organic coir husk chips, specifically prepared as a high-performance growing medium for orchids and bromeliads. This 4.5kg block expands significantly to yield 60-70 litres of ready-to-use medium. The blend of coarse husk fibre is designed to deliver the perfect balance of excellent water-holding capacity and superior air porosity, mimicking the ideal conditions for epiphytic and terrestrial plants that require both moisture and superb drainage.

Best For Orchid growers (Phalaenopsis, Cattleya, etc.), bromeliad enthusiasts, commercial nurseries, and gardeners seeking a sustainable, high-quality, and structurally stable alternative to traditional bark or potting mix, especially for plants sensitive to overwatering.

Key Features

• Massive Yield & Value: A dense 4.5kg compressed block expands to a substantial 60–70 litres of loose growing medium, offering exceptional value for large-scale or dedicated growers.

• Optimal Coarse Fibre Blend: Contains a blend of coarse coir husk chips that provides the essential large particle size needed for superior aeration and preventing compaction around delicate root systems.

• Dual Function Moisture Management: Delivers excellent water holding capacity to hydrate plants, while simultaneously maintaining high porosity to ensure rapid drainage and air exchange, crucial for preventing root rot in orchids and bromeliads.

• 100% Organic & Pure: A natural, eco-friendly product with no added chemicals or fertilisers, making it safe for sensitive plant species and promoting healthy, natural growth.

• Ideal pH Range: Naturally buffered to a slightly acidic range of pH 5.4–6.8, which is optimal for the nutrient uptake and overall health of most orchids and bromeliads.

Sizes Available

Supplied in a single, compressed 4.5kg block.

Specifications

• Brand: COCO CHIPS

• Weight (Compressed): 4.5kg

• Expanded Volume: 60–70 Litres

• Material: 100% Organic Coir Husk Chips (Coarse Fibre Blend)

• pH Range: 5.4–6.8

• Type: Growing Medium / Soil Amendment

• Additives: None (No added chemicals or fertiliser)

• Ideal For (Uses): Growing Orchids, Bromeliads, and other epiphytic or moisture-sensitive plants requiring high porosity and water retention.

Ideal For (Uses)

• Growing orchids (e.g., Phalaenopsis, Cattleya, Vanda) as a standalone or mixed substrate.

• Potting and repotting bromeliads and other epiphytic plants that require excellent drainage.

• Blending with existing soil or peat-based mixes to improve aeration and structure.

• Creating a high-porosity medium for moisture-sensitive plants like Anthurium and Hoya.

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)

Important Notes:

• Shipping costs vary by location and method
• Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.

Business Delivery:

• Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
• If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
• If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
• Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

Let us know your preference, and we'll arrange the best solution for you!