Raised white block peat Kronen Substrates

Raised white block peat

Peat blocks are being cut out of the upper layer of the peat bog. These blocks are dried and turned mechanically or by hand to reach a water content of 45%. After one year the blocks are being collected, crushed and screened for different grades.

Raw material: white sphagnum peat (H2-H4)

pH: 3.5-4.0

Bulk density: 140-180kg/m³ (EN)

Production sites: Lasland sp z o.o., Przemtorf sp z o.o.

Structure: medium, coarse, fibres

Physical characteristics: increases air- and water capacity, structural stability and drainage

Chemical characteristics: uniform chemical and physical characteristics, low pH, low EC

Application: pot plants, soft fruits

At the KRONEN Group, we combine expertise, sustainability, and quality to deliver unmatched raw materials for your diverse needs.

Advantages

For the plant:

high structurally stability
uniform chemical and physical characteristics
free of plant pathogenic pests and diseases and harmful substances
ideal medium for ericaceous plants

For the growing media:

available in different fractions up to 45 mm
determines air capacity
regulates drainage
ensures long term structural stability
low pH level allows to adjust the pH for the need of all plant species
low EC level allows to adjust nutrition exactly for the need of all plant species
low volume weight

For the environment:

peat raw materials are exclusively extracted on already drained or degenerated peatland.