Ornamental beds and container plantings demand stable moisture to protect blooms, color, and plant form, but variable substrates and shallow root volumes make them prone to rapid drying and salt buildup. Irregular wetting leads to hydrophobic pockets, poor nutrient uptake, and higher disease pressure from stress.
SOCO Soil Hydrogel stabilizes moisture around root balls and media, reducing dry-down swings, improving nutrient availability, and lowering irrigation frequency while protecting aesthetics and plant health.
Before applying SOCO® Soil Hydrogel, the client from Stellenbosch,South Africa needed to irrigate flowers twice a week. The application of SOCO® Soil Hydrogel had made it possible to reduce irrigation frequency to once in 2 weeks and make sure flowers grow well. SOCO®Soil Hydrogel helped him save water by up to 80% during level 5 water restrictions.Macadamia Nut, South AfricaWith SOCO® Soil Hydrogel Can Promote Growth of Roots
It stabilizes moisture in root balls and media, reduces dry‑down swings, minimizes hydrophobic pockets, improves nutrient uptake, and lowers irrigation frequency while protecting bloom quality and plant form.
Hydration begins immediately upon watering. Plants benefit as the root zone maintains more consistent moisture between cycles.
Not when used at recommended rates. The hydrogel stores water and releases it as media dries, helping maintain air‑filled porosity.
Yes. Finer grades distribute uniformly in potting mixes; coarser grades suit bed applications and planting holes. Your supplier can recommend the best cut for your media.
Hydration begins immediately upon watering. Plants benefit as the root zone maintains more consistent moisture between cycles.
Keep hydrogel within the active root zone: top 5–15 cm for bedding; throughout the container profile for pots. Avoid leaving granules on the surface where they can degrade under UV.
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