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Better than any soil!

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LECHUZA planting substrates

Healthy plant growth starts with the right planting substrate! The right choice of growing medium can make all the difference in the development and care of your plants. Plants need more than just the right amount of water to thrive.

That’s why LECHUZA offers many different plant substrates that provide your green protégés with secure support, optimum root aeration and a customised nutrient supply.

They are specially tailored to the needs of different applications and contain special ingredients to create the ideal conditions for healthy plant growth.

Professional quality

Expertise paired with over 20 years of experience guarantees a worldclass composition featuring premium quality ingredients.

Peat-free

All substrates are peat-free, which lowers carbon emissions to protect nature, the climate and the environment.

Natural raw materials

Because plants don’t need chemicals to grow and thrive, all substrates are purely natural and safe for animals and the environment.

Structurally stable

The substrates keep plants stable and upright in the planter. Substrates do not compress, and they retain their air-permeable structure for years.

Nutrient and water reservoir

Mineral components ensure just the right amount of water along with an even distribution of nutrients. For healthy plant growth.

Optimal ratio of air to water

This balanced ratio means the substrates offer ideal conditions for growth and perfect root aeration.

Better than any soil!

Discover the LECHUZA planting substrates

LECHUZA-PON

Suitable for all houseplants

  • Purely mineral
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Stores nutrients and releases them as required
  • 3 Litres | 6 Litres | 12 Litres | 18 Litres | 30 Litres
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LECHUZA-PON XXL

The expert in big planters

  • Purely mineral
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Extra coarse grains for stability 25 Litres
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BASICPON

For sensitive plants and cultivation

  • Purely mineral
  • Not pre-fertilized
  • Suitable for growing cuttings
  • 6 Litres | 12 Litres | 20 Litres
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ORCHIDPON 

Specially developed for orchids

  • Organic mineral plant substrate
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Stimulates root and flower growth
  • 3 Litres | 6 Litres
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TERRAPON

For all outdoor and potted plants

  • Organic mineral plant substrate
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Optimal root aeration – prevents waterlogging
  • 6 Litres | 12 Litres | 30 Litres
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VEGGIEPON

For all vegetable plants and herbs

  • Organic mineral plant substrate
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • With vegetable carbon for improved soil fertility
  • 6 Litres | 12 Litres
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PALMPON 

For palms and Mediterranean plants

  • Organic mineral plant substrate
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Promotes rapid growth and green foliage
  • 12 Litres | 25 Litres Learn more
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CACTUSPON

For all cacti and succulents

  • Purely mineral
  • Not pre-fertilized
  • Excellent drainage thanks to fine grains
  • 3 Litres | 6 Litres
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BLACKSTONEPON

Designpon in black

  • Purely mineral
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Suitable for houseplants
  • 6 Litres | 12 Litres | 18 Litres
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MONOPON 

Replaces conventional potting soil

  • Purely mineral
  • Not pre-fertilized
  • Ideal drainage layer for planters without the LECHUZA self watering system
  • 6 Litres | 12 Litres
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CITRUSPON

Optimal for all citrus plants

  • Organic mineral plant substrate
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Includes calcium for an abundant harvest
  • 12 Litres | 25 Litres
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UNIPON

For outdoor and balcony plants

  • Universal soil with mineral content
  • Pre-fertilized for 3 months
  • Promotes lush seasonal growth
  • 40 Litres

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If you have chosen a planter and would like to have the right amount of PON, just go to the shopping cart and let us calculate the right amount for your LECHUZA pot. Just click the button for the desired substrate select. The corresponding quantity is then automatically added to the shopping cart.

LECHUZA-PON for all houseplants

LECHUZA-PON mineral plant substrate is the heart of the original LECHUZA self watering system. It provides plants with optimal root aeration and stores water and nutrients, releasing them to plants individually as needed. Waterlogging doesn’t stand a chance thanks to the excellent drainage capability of the mineral substrate.

LECHUZA-PON is made from high-quality zeolite, washed pumice and lava and remains volume-stable thanks to its special composition. This is because, compared with soil, PON can neither be compressed nor form clumps. The substrate is based on a purely mineral formula, so it is not vulnerable to fungus or pests. This makes it ideally suited for people with allergies.

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  • Suitable for all houseplants
  • Purely mineral Pre-fertilized
  • Excellent drainage properties prevents waterlogging
  • Stores nutrients and releases them as required
  • Prevents pest infestation and mold growth

LECHUZA-PON is enriched with LECHUZA PERFECT LEAF slow-release fertilizer, which reliably supplies houseplants with all of the nutrients they need for 6 to 8 months.

Package sizes: 3, 6, 12, 18 and 30 Litres

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LECHUZA-PON XXL: The expert in big planters

The extra coarse, purely mineral plant substrate LECHUZA-PON XXL is perfect for big planters and gives larger potted plants the stability they need. The high volume stability means that the substrate does not compress and retains its air-permeable structure.

The mineral substrate comprises pumice, lava and zeolite, which function as water and nutrient reservoirs supplying the plant as needed. Waterlogging is avoided and root rot is prevented thanks to the structurally stable composition.

For nutrient supply, the substrate is also pre-fertilized for 6–8 months. The plant substrate is recommended for all permanently potted large planters, indoors and outdoors. LECHUZA-PON XXL can also be used as an attractive decorative layer thanks to its coarse structure.

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  • Designed for continuous use indoors and out
  • Purely mineral
  • Extra coarse grains – ideal for large plants and planters
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Volume-stable – for stable and sturdy plants, substrate does not compress
  • Suitable for complete planting or use as an ornamental layer

Package sizes: 25 Litres

Grain size approx. 2 cm

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TERRAPON: For all outdoor and potted plants

TERRAPON is an organic, mineral plant substrate, making it the ideal substrate for all potted plants and particularly suited for use outdoors. The peat-free substrate combines humus with mineral components, ensuring optimum root aeration in the planter.

These drainage properties are especially important for plants situated outdoors as it prevents waterlogging and root rot. Because the substrate is particularly volume-stable, even lush plants are kept stable and upright in the planter.

TERRAPON is also pre-fertilized, which means that the potted plants receive a continuous supply of nutrients for 6 to 8 months. Thanks to these nutrients, your outdoor plants will continue to grow and flower.

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  • Suitable for all outdoor and potted plants
  • Organic mineral potting substrate
  • For opulent flowers Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • 100% peat-free to protect nature
  • Volume-stable – the substrate does not compress
  • High mineral content for optimum root aeration

Package sizes: 6, 12 and 30 Litres

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VEGGIEPON: For all vegetable plants and herbs

Urban gardening made easy – with VEGGIEPON. The special substrate has been specifically developed to help gardeners grow their own vegetables and herbs. In the interests of protecting our natural environment, the substrate is peat-free and only contains natural ingredients. It is also 100% vegan and does not contain any animal products.

The nutrient-dense plant substrate is enriched with completely vegan fertilizer and premium vegetable carbon for maximum yields and fertile soil. The extremely fertile composition ensures a bountiful harvest just as nature intended. The organic mineral culture substrate provides optimum root aeration, preventing waterlogging and root rot.

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  • Suitable for all outdoor and potted plants
  • Organic mineral potting substrate
  • For opulent flowers Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • 100% peat-free to protect nature
  • Volume-stable – the substrate does not compress
  • High mineral content for optimum root aeration

Package sizes: 6, 12 and 30 Litres

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ORCHIDPON: Specially developed for orchids

ORCHIDPON is a special substrate that offers ideal conditions for orchids, contributing to magnificent flowers, and was designed especially for these sophisticated tropical natives. It consists of organic and mineral components and is peat-free in the interests of preserving the natural world. The blended humic matter reduces the pH value, thereby creating a slightly acidic environment as preferred by orchids.

This humic matter also strengthens the roots and improves the soil structure. The nutrients included in the substrate, which are supplied to the plant for approx. 6 months, promote root growth and stimulate flowering. These also help ensure that the flowers last. The outstanding root aeration and first-rate drainage properties protect against waterlogging, helping the orchids the thrive.

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  • Suitable for all types of orchid
  • Organic mineral plant substrate
  • For magnificent orchids
  • Promotes root growth Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Optimum supply of nutrients stimulates flowering
  • Humic matter reduces pH level

Package sizes: 3 and 6 Litres

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BASICPON: For delicate plants and propagation

To develop optimally, sensitive plants and delicate cuttings need a special plant substrate. BASICPON is a pure mineral plant substrate, which is exceptionally well suited to delicate plants and the cultivation of cuttings due to the absence of fertilizer.

The peat-free plant substrate is volume-stable and provides the delicate roots with sufficient support in the planter. The optimum root aeration also promotes growth and prevents waterlogging. Thanks to purely mineral components, fungus gnats and other pests are kept at bay. Mold growth is also prevented, making BASICPON suitable for people with allergies.

BASICPON can be used for complete planting or can be mixed with potting soil as a soil improver.

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  • For delicate plants and propagation
  • Purely mineral
  • Not pre-fertilized, for need-based fertilizing
  • Rapid growth thanks to optimum root aeration
  • Stores nutrients and releases them as required
  • Prevents pest infestation and mold growth
  • Particularly suitable for people with allergies

Package sizes: 6, 12 and 30 Litres

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CITRUSPON: Optimal for all citrus plants

The plant substrate for Mediterranean flair! Its extra portion of natural calcium, helps guarantee a rich citrus harvest and healthy plants. The organic mineral potting substrate is suitable for all citrus plants. It has excellent drainage properties and ensures optimum root aeration, avoiding waterlogging. In the interests of protecting our natural environment, the substrate is peat-free.

CITRUSPON is particularly volume-stable and gives plants stability and robustness. It also does not get compressed. The special substrate is pre-fertilized with special LECHUZA citrus fertilizer for 6 to 8 months and enriched with red lava for added heat retention. This gives CITRUSPON its Mediterranean look to complement the plants. Lemons, oranges and other Mediterranean plants are ideally cared for, resulting in green foliage and juicy fruits.

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  • Suitable for all citrus plants
  • Organic mineral potting substrate
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Extra calcium promotes fruit production, iron contributes to green leaves
  • Red lava retains heat and creates a Mediterranean look

Package sizes: 12 and 25 Litres

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CACTUSPON: For all cacti and succulents

Making the prickly housemates feel completely at home! Cacti and succulents come from dry regions and need a plant substrate with increased drainage properties.

CACTUSPON is a purely mineral substrate with special drainage properties that ensure optimum root aeration. The particularly fine-grained structure prevents waterlogging and root rot. Enriched with pumice,lava and zeolite, the special substrate ensures optimal development of cacti and succulents. Due to its mineral composition, it is not vulnerable to pests and also prevents mold growth.

CACTUSPON is particularly volume-stable and provides stability in the planter. It is peat-free, not pre-fertilized, low in nutrients and suitable for all types of cacti and succulents as a result.

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  • For all cacti and succulents
  • Purely mineral
  • Not pre-fertilized, for need-based fertilizing
  • Volume-stable – for stable and sturdy plants, substrate does not compress
  • Black lava retains heatspecially fine grains for improved drainage prevents waterlogging and root rot
  • Prevents pest infestation and mold growth

Package sizes: 3 and 6 Litres

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PALMPON: For palms and Mediterranean plants

The purely mineral organic plant substrate PALMPON optimally controls the water supply for palms and other tropical plants,and supports root aeration. It is suitable for all palms and Mediterranean plants. The plant substrate is enriched with black lava, which helps with heat retention and looks particularly striking. This special composition increases air circulation in the substrate and prevents waterlogging. This also results in stable and robust plants.

PALMPON is also enriched with extra potassium and iron to stimulate growth. PALMPON is pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months with the special LECHUZA palm fertilizer, so that the plants are optimally supplied with all the necessary nutrients – for vital plants and intensely green leaves.

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  • Suitable for all palms and Mediterranean plants
  • Organic mineral potting substrate
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Volume-stable – for stable and sturdy plants
  • Extra potassium and iron for fast, healthy growth
  • Black lava retains heat

Package sizes: 12 and 25 Litres

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BLACKSTONEPON: Designpon in black

BLACKSTONEPON puts conventional potting soil in the shade: The organic mineral plant substrate BLACKSTONEPON has an exceptional dark color due to the addition of natural vegetable carbon and black lava. It is the perfect alternative to conventional potting soil because it is structurally stable, supports root aeration and perfectly controls the water supply. It is therefore in no way inferior to LECHUZA’s conventional planting substrates: pumice, lava and zeolite ensure excellent drainage and water storage capacity so that plants are reliably supplied with enough water.

BLACKSTONEPON comes pre-fertilized, so plants receive the nutrients they need right from the start. BLACKSTONEPON can be used for all houseplants and for complete planting or as a decorative layer.

BLACKSTONEPON is the design substrate for particularly discerning plant lovers.

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  • Suitable for all houseplants
  • Organic mineral plant substrate
  • Exceptional dark color
  • Pre-fertilized for 6 to 8 months
  • Optimum root aeration and excellent drainage properties
  • Vegetable carbon improves soil fertility
  • Suitable for complete planting or use as an ornamental layer

Package sizes: 6, 12 and 18 Litres

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