Plant Growing Cubes Vs Soil Planting

    Growing plants is a fun and fulfilling activity that can provide numerous benefits to the environment and its inhabitants. However, not all plants thrive in soil-based environments, and some may require alternative growing methods, such as hydroponics. One popular hydroponic system utilizes plant growing cubes with holes like Tenlead growing cubes. Then we will introduce why plant growing cubes with holes can support small plants throughout their lifecycle.

    Tenlead plant growing cubes are an essential component of hydroponic systems. These cubes are typically made from phenolic foam, which means they have no inherent nutrients of their own. The cubes have precisely positioned holes in which small plants can be grown. These holes facilitate water and nutrient distribution throughout the plant root system, providing a stable growing environment for the plants.

Controlled Environment

One of the most significant benefits of hydroponics is the ability to control the growing environment. Growing plants in a soil-based environment can be challenging because the soil's composition can be inconsistent, causing issues with nutrient and water uptake. In contrast, Tenlead plant growing cubes provide a consistent and controlled environment, ensuring proper water and nutrient delivery to the plant roots. The cubes also provide excellent aeration, which is essential for root development, allowing plants to grow optimally.

Improved Pests and Disease Control

Pests and diseases can wreak havoc on plants, and traditional soil-based environments can make it challenging to treat these issues. Plant growing cubes eliminate this problem by providing a pest and disease-free growing environment. With hydroponics, plants are grown in a sterile environment, reducing the likelihood of pests and diseases. If an issue arises, it is easier to pinpoint the problem and address it, ensuring the health of the plants.

    Plant growing cubes are an excellent component of hydroponic systems, providing numerous benefits for plants. They help create a controlled and consistent growing environment, reduce pests and diseases, increase yields, save water, improve nutrient absorption, and are more convenient. With these benefits, it is no wonder why plant growing cubes with holes can support small plants throughout their lifecycle.

Company Profile 

1998

Xiamen Goot Advanced Material Co., Ltd.  Batch mold foaming in 1998.

2001

The first continuous production assenbly line on stram in 2001(phenolic foam board composited with aluminum foil on both facing sides)

2006

Phenolic composited with steel duct panel on stream in 2006.

2009

Quantity production of phenolic wall insulation panel in 2009.

2011

Fujian Tenlead Advanced Co., Ltd.

Production base moved to Longyan city in 2011 (with newer equipment and bigger production capacity).

2014

Aquired ISO 9001 & 14001 certificates in 2014.

2018

More product series on stream and more applications.

 

 

Products parameters

Material	Phenolic foam
Density	11-20kg/m³   40-50kg/m³
Pore space	90-98%
PH value	6.5-7.4
Electrical conductivity(ds/m, 20C degrees)	0.55
Shrinkage	< 0.01%
Compressive strength(kpa)	20-31
Fully available water(%vol)	50-61%
Water retention time(h)	72-144
Water retention capacity(%vol)	50-91%

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