The Benefits of Coco Coir for Cannabis

To achieve their full genetic expression, cannabis plants must take in the proper nutrients needed for growth and development throughout each stage of the cultivation cycle. This means choosing the right growing medium or substrate is crucial for cultivation success.

Coco coir substrates have become an incredibly popular choice for a variety of reasons. Coco is incredibly versatile because it comes in various forms, including loose or compressed coco and even ready-to-use bags. It can also be used for plants in indoor and outdoor settings by both commercial and home growers.

Overall, coco is known for promoting quality, flavor profile, and healthy plants. It can also be composted after use, offering a more sustainable, renewable cultivation resource for modern growers. While not every cultivator is allowed to compost their coco, some states do allow for it.

How Coco Coir is Made

Coco coir comes from the fibrous husks of coconuts and is made by processing the thick layer between the outer coat of a coconut and the hard inner shell. Originally a byproduct of the coconut industry, this growing medium is now widely recognized for its plethora of benefits in cultivation settings.

Rx Green’s coco coir substrates are processed by soaking the coconut husks in salt water. This helps decrease the level of sodium in the coir. Next, it is buffered by treating it with calcium nitrate or magnesium nitrate, which is an advantage over other types of coco that have only been washed. This is because it is important to utilize coco with low salt and EC levels to help keep nutrient and pH levels of the substrate neutral for your plants. Luckily, Rx Green’s coco coir substrates have been both clean and buffered — not just washed — providing you with a clean slate to grow your plants.

Why Coco for Cannabis? 

Cultivators prefer coco for growing cannabis because it is rich in calcium nitrate to promote plant vigor, strength, and better nutrient uptake. Coco is also excellent for controlling variables like water, nutrients, and pH balance. This pH-neutral growing medium can be used in indoor settings, greenhouse potted plant production, and outdoors in the field.

Coco coir substrate that has been washed and has a low EC means all residual nutrients from external sources (rain, seawater, etc.) are cleansed out, so growers have full control over their fertilization program.

Coco also contains trace amounts of boron, calcium, chlorine, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, molybdenum, nitrogen, and zinc. These natural amounts found in coir need a nutrient base in order to create ideal growing conditions.

With a pH-neutral composition, this versatile growing medium is conducive to thriving vegetation, regardless of the plant species. Coco coir soil resists compaction while maintaining optimal airflow, promoting healthy root development, and accelerating plant growth.

Unmatched Quality for High-Performance Results

Our R&D team has studied the benefits of coco coir for cannabis and developed superior quality products to support you in an optimal cultivation operation.

In our very own research study, we found the following benefits to growing cannabis with coco:

Healthier State of Growth

Plants grown with coco coir were found to have a pH level at a more root-friendly acidity. Significantly low salt levels indicated less risk of nutrient lockout for these plants.

Bulkier Plants 

Cannabis plants with coco coir as a growing medium bulked up with thicker stems, robust plant health, and vigor. By harvest, we found an increased bud weight per plant, with an improved plant potency and biochemical composition.

A Sustainable Cannabis Resource

Coco coir is a sustainable alternative to peat moss, a similarly beneficial growing medium. Peat moss can cause long-term damage to ecosystems, compared to coco coir which is readily available, renewable, and helps reduce waste in coconut-producing countries.

Top Performing Coco Growing Mediums from Rx Green

With these outstanding results from our coco coir case study, Rx Green Technologies is proud to offer a variety of top-notch commercial cannabis cultivation supplies to optimize your cannabis cultivation.

Get in touch with one of our team members today to get the best coco around and ensure your cultivation supplies set you up for success!

• CLEAN COCO is available as loose coco coir in 100% coco and 70% coco/30% perlite blends.
  • Loose coco coir is a perfect choice for filling reusable or disposable pots, and also for top-dressing coco when refilling outdoor pots and beds during different seasons. It’s an ideal option for cannabis cultivation due to its excellent water retention and drainage properties.

• CLEAN COCO grow bags contain a compressed brick of pure coco coir in a disposable, mesh bag.
  • This option is perfect for commercial cannabis cultivation facilities that employ automated irrigation systems, as well as growers who want to reduce labor costs by using pot filling and transplantation techniques.
  • Simply hydrate the brick and transplant your rooted clone or young vegetative plant into a 1-gallon, 2-gallon, or 3-gallon bag.

• CLEAN COCO cubes contain a compressed brick of pure coir, packaged in a mesh bag that allows root penetration.
  • These cubes are similar to grow bags and can be used to grow small plants less than 24 inches in height. The best part is that you can easily compost them after crop harvest. Simply hydrate the cubes and place seeds, rooted cuttings, or small plants in the pre-drilled hole. These cubes are ideal for commercial cultivation using drip irrigation and especially “Sea of Green” techniques.

• Our new, Ready-To-Use Coco Grow Bags (RTU Bags) deliver an efficient and effective coco coir growing solution for cannabis cultivations of all sizes.
  • Available in both 1-gallon and 2-gallon sizes, our RTU bags feature a convenient tear-open top. Simply rip open the bag, roll it down a few times, plant your plants, and watch them thrive to their full potential. The bags are designed to help your plants grow to their fullest canopy potential with minimal extra mess or labor and do not require a cutting tool.
  • These Ready-To-Use Coco Coir Bags are available in 100% pure, buffered coco coir or a 70/30 blend consisting of 70% coco coir and 30% coarse perlite.

Aside from being able to choose the best-fit form of coco coir substrate for your unique operation, the best part about Rx Green’s lineup is knowing it has effectively been researched and quality-tested for best results.

Each of our top-quality coco coir growing medium products is third-party lab tested at the source, and then again at our facilities before it makes its journey to your grow room. Our team overlooks our clean coco coir’s pH level, EC, mineral content, heavy metals, and microbials to ensure it meets our rigorous standards and is the purest and most effective product for your cultivation.

Rx Green Technologies’ Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Supplies

We’re not your average cannabis grow supplier. We provide high-quality cannabis cultivation supplies conducted through targeted research to help you achieve your desired cultivation results.

At Rx Green, we manufacture directly to commercial growers – covering everything from delivery logistics, product resources, and ongoing technical support throughout the growing cycle.

Our R&D Team has established a dedicated research lab within our cannabis cultivation facility to focus on product development and testing specifically on cannabis plants – bringing the best results and products to your cultivation.

Ready to see the results in your grow room? Browse through our full inventory of commercial cannabis cultivation supplies or schedule a product trial to get results straight to your grow room.