Exo Terra Tropical Forest Substrate 8.8 L

100% natural multi-layer substrate Looks like natural forest soil Keeps the soil soft and moist Provides your pets a hiding place Nutrition substrate for live plants Ideal for natural terrarium environments Odour absorbent and heat treated Made from sustainable materials Can be safely composted The Exo Terra tropical forest soil is a multi-layer substrate with which you can recreate the forest as in natural tropical forests The forest floor is one of the features of a tropical forest ecosystem and is usually made up of two layers: the top layer consists mainly of moss and braiding. The base layer is rich in organic material – usually rotting leaves & wood. The top layer is sun-dried, natural, green moss from a sustainable source. With this decorative top layer, you can recreate the soft flooring in natural tropical forests. The sun-dried green moss offers animals a soft layer in which they can dig and hide their secret hideaways. Most reptiles and amphibians are looking for food and water on the forest floor. The top layer covers the actual substrate to facilitate moisture retention and to prevent the substrate from drying out. The biodegradable moss is free from any chemicals and can be safely composted in your garden. The base layer is rich in organic materials made from sustainable, ground fibres of the coconut shell. This substrate is 100% natural, ecological, biodegradable and has excellent hygroscopic properties. The base layer forms the ideal substrate in naturally planted terrariums for moisture-loving reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Its water storage capacity, natural root hormones and anti-fungal properties promote plant growth in your terrarium. The unique coconut fibre mark used for the Exo Terra tropical forest substrate is a blend of short fibres and coconut grit from coarse granules to fine lumps, resulting in a good drain in the substrate and healthy ventilation of the plant roots. The top layer of the natural, sun-dried, green moss always keeps the floor layer a little moist and facilitates maintenance as it serves as a natural ecosystem in which beneficial organisms can break down waste products and therefore reduce odours. The Exo Terra Tropical Forest is heat treated to prevent bacterial contamination. Instructions for use: spread a 5-10 cm thick base layer on the terrarium floor. Moisture the substrate as needed to achieve the required level of moisture. Set up your terrarium with your decorative items. Then cover the floor with the top layer of the decorative, natural, green moss. Use an Exo Terra Hygrometer to control moisture levels. To increase the humidity in well-ventilated terrariums or in terrariums where very high humidity is required, an Exo Terra substrate heating should be installed under the terrarium. Remove heavily soiled substrate on a spot daily. Replace the substrate completely as needed.