Rice Hulls (5 lb Bag)

Rice Hulls (5 lb Bag) are a natural, renewable soil amendment that improves drainage, aeration, and overall soil structure. Lightweight yet durable, rice hulls offer a sustainable alternative to mined materials like perlite and vermiculite—ideal for home gardeners, market growers, and small farms seeking eco-friendly plant care solutions.

Why Choose Rice Hulls

• Improves Soil Health: Enhances drainage and air porosity for stronger root development and more resilient plants.
• Durable Performance: Decomposes slowly to deliver long-lasting structure while gradually adding organic matter.
• Sustainable Input: Repurposed agricultural byproduct that reduces waste and reliance on non-renewable soil conditioners.
• Clean & Convenient: Lightweight, easy to blend, and free from weed seeds and common pathogens.

Practical Uses

• Potting Mixes & Seed Starting: Blend into container mixes to create a well-draining, breathable medium.
• Raised Beds & Garden Rows: Loosen compacted or heavy clay soils to improve workability and root penetration.
• Mulching: Apply as a light mulch to help suppress weeds, moderate soil temperature, and retain moisture.
• Greenhouse & Nursery: Consistent, uniform particle size supports predictable water management.

How to Use

• Soil/Media Blends: Mix at 10–30% by volume with compost and quality topsoil or potting base.
• Topdressing/Mulch: Spread a 1–2 inch layer around plants, keeping material a few inches away from stems.
• Watering: After blending or mulching, water thoroughly to settle materials and eliminate air gaps.

For step-by-step guidance, see our blog: How to Use Soil Amendments – Rice Hulls.

Performance & Durability

Rice hulls maintain pore space over time, helping prevent compaction and waterlogging while supporting beneficial soil biology. As they slowly break down, they contribute organic matter that enhances tilth, moisture management, and long-term soil fertility—key goals in sustainable gardening and small-scale production.

Suitable For

• Eco-friendly gardening and sustainable practices
• Vegetable beds, herb gardens, and flower borders
• Container plants, raised beds, and greenhouse crops

Product Specs

• Item: Rice Hulls
• Bag Size: 5 lb
• Material: 100% natural rice hulls (agricultural byproduct)
• Form: Clean, uniform hulls
• Use: Soil amendment, media component, or light mulch
• Storage: Keep dry and covered to maintain quality

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