{"product_id":"urban-worm-coco-coir-soil-amendment-1-4-lb-brick-ph-neutral-low-salt-water-retentive-bedding","title":"Urban Worm Coco Coir Soil Amendment 1.4 lb Brick — pH-Neutral, Low-Salt Water-Retentive Bedding","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrban Worm Coco Coir Soil Amendment and Bedding is a pH-neutral, low-salt coco fiber brick that soaks up to one gallon of water and serves as a sustainable soil conditioner, bedding, or composting substrate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade from 100% natural, rinsed coconut fiber, this compact 1.4 lb brick expands into a light, water-retentive medium that improves soil texture, aeration, and moisture holding. Urban Worm's coco coir is repeatedly washed to keep electrical conductivity low (under 1.5 mS\/cm) and is a renewable alternative to peat moss for gardeners, vermicomposters, reptile keepers, and eco-conscious landscapers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this coco coir improve garden soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding rehydrated Urban Worm coco coir loosens heavy soils and boosts moisture retention without compaction. It helps balance drainage and aeration so roots can access water and oxygen more consistently, and its neutral pH makes it easy to mix into potting blends for many plant types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAbsorbs up to 1 gallon of water per 1.4 lb brick for long-lasting moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreates crumbly, workable texture that eases transplanting and root growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with compost, perlite, and bulk potting mixes for custom blends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it as bedding for worms, turtles, or reptiles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the coco fiber's neutral chemistry, gentle texture, and high carbon content make it an excellent bedding material. It provides a clean, low-odor environment, helps regulate humidity, and breaks down slowly in vermicompost systems, supplying both structure and carbon to the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarbon-rich bedding supports healthy worm composting and reduces smells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoft, absorbent mat for reptile and turtle enclosures that holds humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow salt content minimizes stress for sensitive species and microbes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is this coco coir prepared and what are the salt and pH characteristics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrban Worm coco coir bricks are thoroughly rinsed during processing to reduce salts and electrical conductivity, ensuring better results when rehydrated for planting or bedding. The product is pH-neutral, which reduces the need for chemical adjustments and makes it simple to tailor mixes for specific crops or animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRepeated rinsing yields electrical conductivity below 1.5 mS\/cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeutral pH avoids sudden shifts when incorporated into potting mixes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReady to rehydrate with water; no special treatment required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I rehydrate and store the coco coir brick?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo expand a brick, place it in a bucket and add approximately one gallon of water; allow it to absorb and break apart, then fluff with a fork to reach desired texture. Store unused dry bricks in a cool, dry place to keep them lightweight and easy to transport, and keep hydrated material in sealed containers to avoid mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd about one gallon of water per 1.4 lb brick; adjust for texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFluff and mix with compost or perlite for tailored drainage and nutrition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDry-brick storage: cool, dry, and out of direct sunlight for longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Urban Worm Coco Coir is ideal for home gardeners building potting mixes, balcony growers seeking lightweight moisture control, vermicomposters needing clean carbon bedding, reptile and turtle owners wanting absorbent enclosures, and anyone replacing peat with a renewable, low-salt alternative. Whether you need soil structure, moisture management, or an eco-friendly bedding, this versatile coco coir brick offers a simple, sustainably sourced solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How much water does one brick absorb?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Each 1.4 lb brick expands with about one gallon of water to create loose, usable coco coir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this safe for seedlings and houseplants?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The pH-neutral, low-salt coco coir is seedling-friendly and mixes well with compost or perlite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Urban Worm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54193897177272,"sku":"B07Z9M4VY8","price":46.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0636\/7416\/files\/urban-worm-coco-coir-front-packaging.jpg?v=1790567399","url":"https:\/\/canadianlawn.ca\/products\/urban-worm-coco-coir-soil-amendment-1-4-lb-brick-ph-neutral-low-salt-water-retentive-bedding","provider":"Canadian Lawn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}