Product description: Optimal root aeration and nutrient supply. The purely mineral-based planting substrate LECHUZA-PON is the heart of the original LECHUZA self-watering system and the ideal planting substrate for your houseplants. With its mineral components, it offers excellent drainage, ensuring optimal root aeration. This prevents waterlogging in the pot. The special composition provides a stable pH value and acts as a reservoir for water and nutrients, which are released to the plants as needed. To ensure your houseplants appear lush and green and promote growth, LECHUZA-PON is enriched with a slow-release fertilizer. This reliably supplies your plants with all the necessary nutrients for 6 to 8 months. LECHUZA-PON consists of high-quality zeolite, pumice, and lava, and its special composition allows it to maintain its volume. Unlike soil, PON neither compacts nor clumps. Thanks to its purely mineral base, the substrate offers no foothold for fungi or pests like fungus gnats. This makes it ideal for allergy sufferers. For the sake of nature, the substrate is peat-free, making it the best choice for your houseplants. LECHUZA-PON can be used as a drainage layer and for planting all types of plants indoors and outdoors. LECHUZA-PON is particularly well-suited to the needs of houseplants. And speaking of plants: After about six months, it's time to fertilize again. With PERFECT LEAF slow-release and liquid fertilizers, your green plants will be supplied with sufficient nutrients, resulting in vibrant new growth. Application: For: Properties: Suitable for all houseplants and as a drainage layer. Ensures vital plants. The original. Pre-fertilized for 6-8 months. 100% peat-free to protect nature. Volume-stable - the substrate does not compact and retains its airy structure. Optimal root aeration. High drainage capacity prevents waterlogging in the container. Stores nutrients and releases them as needed. Prevents pest infestation and mold growth. Particularly suitable for allergy sufferers. Recyclable. Natural raw materials. Professional quality. Made in Germany. Instructions for use: Step 1: Place the LECHUZA-PON planting substrate (included with the containers) as a drainage layer on the divider in the container. This is important so that water can be transported from the reservoir to the plant. Then fill a thin layer of the desired substrate into the container. Just enough so that your plant reaches the correct height in the container. Step 2: Place the plant in your planting container as usual. The roots do not need to be completely freed from the soil. Step 3: Now you can completely fill the container with your chosen substrate, for example, using the PON tray. Step 4: For the first 12 weeks, water your plant as usual from above, directly onto the substrate. Only water as much as the plant can absorb. Ensure that there is as little water as possible in the reservoir. Application period: Year-round. Active ingredients: Pumice, lava, zeolite, slow-release fertilizer. Package size: 6-liter bag. Use by non-professional users is permitted. This product information does not replace the following: