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Core Facts About Coir

Newman, J. Greenhouse Management and Production 27(2):57. 2007.

Coir is made from the fiber found between the husk and the outershell of coconuts. It is a relatively new growing medium that is becoming popular throughout the world in growing mixes and as a substrate for hydroponics.


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Author(s): Julie P. Newman

Section: Soil Management and Growing Media