SYBASoil: Premium Soil Mixes
Soil Mixes That Truly Understand Your Plants Not all soil mixes are...
Soil Mixes That Truly Understand Your Plants Not all soil mixes are...
Orchid bark is a chunky, breathable base material perfect for orchids, epiphytes, and any plant that thrives in loose, airy mixes. This bark-based medium improves soil aeration, allows oxygen to reach the roots, and supports steady moisture control without holding excess water. It’s the ideal foundation for epiphytic plants like orchids, hoyas, and bromeliads—or as a structural boost in your custom potting mix additives.
Unlike standard French tree bark, orchid bark undergoes a steaming process that prevents mould and rot, ensuring a clean, pathogen-free growing medium. Its natural slow decomposition means it holds its shape longer, providing stable root support over time. Whether used on its own or blended with other substrates, orchid bark offers long-term drainage improvement and enhanced plant health.
For orchid lovers and houseplant hobbyists alike, this chunky bark mix helps create the perfect root environment—moist but not soggy, firm but not dense.
Though both materials serve similar purposes, the difference lies in water retention. Coco husk retains moisture longer, making it better for plants that prefer consistent hydration. In contrast, orchid bark holds just enough moisture to hydrate roots without causing soggy conditions—ideal for orchids, aroids, and most tropical species that need their roots to dry out slightly between waterings.
This breathable bark also prevents root rot and promotes air circulation—key components of successful orchid care.
Add orchid bark to your tropical plant mix, use it as a top layer to improve evaporation, or fill a clear pot with it for classic orchid display. Its structure makes it easy to work with, and it pairs perfectly with other components like perlite, coco husk, or worm castings.
Because it’s a sustainable growing medium, you can feel confident using it across all your projects—from indoor gardening to specialty potting blends.
This orchid bark reflects Sybotanica’s commitment to functional, plant-friendly substrates that make growing easier. Each batch is selected with care to support soil performance and long-term plant health—without harsh treatments or synthetic additives.
Our potting products are designed to give your plants what they naturally crave: oxygen, structure, and the right kind of moisture. That’s why our orchid bark is part of so many healthy root systems across Europe.
| Value's (EN) | Orchid Bark |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Portugal |
| Suitable for organic farming | yes |
| Structural stability | 4-5 years, depending size, watering and what other components it is mixed with |
| EC | < 0,25 mS/cm |
| pH | 4,5 - 5,5 |
| Specific value's for this product: | Air content: 45-65% |
| Moisture content 45% (+-10%)" | |
| Safe for pets? | pet safe |
| Organic matter % | 70% |
| Water retention capacity % | 35-55% |
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Orchid bark is a chunky, breathable base material perfect for orchids, epiphytes, and any plant that thrives in loose, airy mixes. This bark-based medium improves soil aeration, allows oxygen to reach the roots, and supports steady moisture control without holding excess water. It’s the ideal foundation for epiphytic plants like orchids, hoyas, and bromeliads—or as a structural boost in your custom potting mix additives.
Unlike standard French tree bark, orchid bark undergoes a steaming process that prevents mould and rot, ensuring a clean, pathogen-free growing medium. Its natural slow decomposition means it holds its shape longer, providing stable root support over time. Whether used on its own or blended with other substrates, orchid bark offers long-term drainage improvement and enhanced plant health.
For orchid lovers and houseplant hobbyists alike, this chunky bark mix helps create the perfect root environment—moist but not soggy, firm but not dense.
Though both materials serve similar purposes, the difference lies in water retention. Coco husk retains moisture longer, making it better for plants that prefer consistent hydration. In contrast, orchid bark holds just enough moisture to hydrate roots without causing soggy conditions—ideal for orchids, aroids, and most tropical species that need their roots to dry out slightly between waterings.
This breathable bark also prevents root rot and promotes air circulation—key components of successful orchid care.
Add orchid bark to your tropical plant mix, use it as a top layer to improve evaporation, or fill a clear pot with it for classic orchid display. Its structure makes it easy to work with, and it pairs perfectly with other components like perlite, coco husk, or worm castings.
Because it’s a sustainable growing medium, you can feel confident using it across all your projects—from indoor gardening to specialty potting blends.
This orchid bark reflects Sybotanica’s commitment to functional, plant-friendly substrates that make growing easier. Each batch is selected with care to support soil performance and long-term plant health—without harsh treatments or synthetic additives.
Our potting products are designed to give your plants what they naturally crave: oxygen, structure, and the right kind of moisture. That’s why our orchid bark is part of so many healthy root systems across Europe.
| Value's (EN) | Orchid Bark |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Portugal |
| Suitable for organic farming | yes |
| Structural stability | 4-5 years, depending size, watering and what other components it is mixed with |
| EC | < 0,25 mS/cm |
| pH | 4,5 - 5,5 |
| Specific value's for this product: | Air content: 45-65% |
| Moisture content 45% (+-10%)" | |
| Safe for pets? | pet safe |
| Organic matter % | 70% |
| Water retention capacity % | 35-55% |
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