Best source for Hydroton/LECA

[Franco24]

Hello everyone!

I've recently switched a few plants over to S/H and i'm amazed at the root growth and vigor that i'm seeing from the plants! On everything from phalaenopsis to psychopsis.

I decided I want to repot my whole collection into S/H (minus bulbophyllums and a few other miscellaneous orchids) - but now my question is:

Where can I get a large amount of the hydroton/LECA at a reasonable price? I have about 50 plants in 6" pots - that need to be repotted. So I'm looking at 80-100 lbs of the stuff.

Anyone know of any sources selling in bulk amounts?

Thanks in advance!

[DavidCampen]

Around here in California there are hydroponics stores all over and they carry large bags of Hydroton.

[Franco24]

Unfortunately there aren't any over here in my Southern Jersey area that I know of. Thus forcing me to shop around for it online.

[DelawareJim]

I don't know where in Southern Jersey you live, but have you tried East Coast Horticultural Supply in Sewell?
Hydroponics New Jersey | Grow Lights | Hydroponic Systems | Sewell NJ 08080

Or look at Ray's schedule at Orchid Growing Supplies Semi-hydroponics Hydroponics Orchid Books PrimeAgra and ask him to bring a bale to the next nearby event. Looks like he'll be at Pinelands in October.

Cheers.
Jim

[magicatt]

I got my hydroton off amazon.com with free shipping. I don't know if they still have the deal or not. I bought three bags of it and only ended up using one. Of course it never goes stale so I am set for my next forty orchids...

[Ray]

If you are interested in PrimeAgra, I'm just across the river from Lambertville in PA.

Your might also consider Creative Hydroponics in East Amwell. Tell Jeree I sent you.