Coir & preparation
Prepare cocopeat for planting
Start with the label and batch instructions. Preparation depends on the product’s treatment and your crop, rather than one universal soaking recipe.
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How do I switch from peat-based compost to cocopeat?
A peat-free switch is a growing-system change, not just a bag substitution.
Teral grower guidance · Updated 27 October 2026
CobyYour coir & preparation guideTHE COCOPEAT CONNECTION
Why the root zone matters
Coir blends can differ from peat blends in wetting, nutrient supply and physical structure.
01 / OBSERVE
Three checks before you change anything
- List the current mix ingredients and fertiliser charge
- Trial the replacement with the same crop
- Track irrigation and feeding adjustments separately
02 / NARROW IT DOWN
Where are you in the switch?
Choose the closest observation for a suggested next check.
Planning a trial
Keep a small reference group in the existing mix.
Plants already moved
Compare moisture and nutrition records before repeating the old schedule.
Only buying on price
Compare delivered usable volume and growing performance as well.
03 / TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Leave with something useful
Set success criteria for the trial before ordering the full replacement.
Keep in mind
Do not claim every coir blend performs identically to peat.
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