{"product_id":"urban-worm-coco-coir-soil-amendment-brick-1-4-lb-ph-neutral-low-salt-bedding-potting-mix-additive","title":"Urban Worm Coco Coir Soil Amendment Brick 1.4 lb — pH‑Neutral, Low‑Salt Bedding \u0026 Potting Mix Additive","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eUrban Worm Coco Coir Soil Amendment and Bedding are compressed 1.4 lb coco fiber bricks that expand with water to create a pH-neutral, low-salt, highly water-retentive medium for potting mixes, worm bedding, reptile enclosures, and composting toilets.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis product converts lightweight compressed coco fiber into a workable soil amendment and bedding that holds moisture, improves soil texture, and replaces peat with a sustainable alternative. Each brick soaks up about one gallon of water, yielding clean, fluffed coir that mixes easily into potting soil or serves as a carbon-rich bedding for worms, turtles, reptiles, and dry sanitation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I prepare and rehydrate a 1.4 lb coco coir brick?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRehydrating these compressed bricks is fast and straightforward: place the brick in a container, add roughly one gallon (or enough to fully submerge), and allow it to absorb water and break apart. Light stirring speeds the process, and within minutes you'll have loose, workable coir ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd about one gallon of water per 1.4 lb brick for full expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLoosen the swollen block with a fork or gloved hands for an even texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrain any excess water; the result should be moist but not soggy for bedding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this coco coir suitable for worms, reptiles, and composting toilets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrban Worm coco coir is repeatedly washed to reduce salts and electrical conductivity, producing a low EC product that is gentle on earthworms and sensitive animals. Its neutral pH and excellent water retention create a stable, aerated bedding that supports biological activity without introducing excess salts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRinsed for low salt content; each block measures under 1.5 mS\/cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003epH-neutral medium so it won’t dramatically shift enclosure or compost pH.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh fiber and porous structure for good aeration and moisture balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this coco coir improve potting mixes and soil texture?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen blended into potting soil, coco coir adds structure and holds moisture evenly while allowing excess water to drain, reducing compaction compared with heavy soils. It’s an eco-friendly substitute for peat moss that creates a light, friable texture ideal for seed starting, container plants, and repotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncreases water retention without creating waterlogged conditions when mixed properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContributes organic, carbon-rich material that enhances soil porosity and root access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSustainable alternative to peat—supports long-term growing practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much coir do I need and how is it stored?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single 1.4 lb brick expands into multiple quarts of loose coir—enough to amend several small pots or refresh bedding in a worm bin. Store unopened bricks in a dry, cool place; once hydrated, use within a few weeks or keep damp and aerated to prevent mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne brick absorbs about one gallon of water and yields several quarts of usable coir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep sealed bricks dry until use to preserve expansion quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHydrated coir should be kept moist and turned periodically if stored short-term.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Urban Worm Coco Coir is designed for home gardeners, container growers, vermicomposters, reptile and small-animal keepers, and anyone seeking a sustainable peat alternative for soil mixes or sanitation systems. If you need a low-salt, pH-neutral, water-retentive medium that’s easy to store and simple to prepare, this product fits a wide range of horticultural and bedding needs without synthetic additives.\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: Is this coco coir safe for worms and reptiles?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It’s repeatedly rinsed for low salt (under 1.5 mS\/cm) and pH-neutral, making it suitable for worm bedding and reptile substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How much water does each brick need?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Each 1.4 lb brick absorbs about one gallon of water to fully expand into loose coir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Urban Worm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54199050109112,"sku":"B07ZC7KJBM","price":69.2,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0636\/7416\/files\/urban-worm-front-packaging.jpg?v=1790591556","url":"https:\/\/canadianlawn.ca\/products\/urban-worm-coco-coir-soil-amendment-brick-1-4-lb-ph-neutral-low-salt-bedding-potting-mix-additive","provider":"Canadian Lawn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}