{"product_id":"akadama-hyuga-pumice-media-pair","title":"Akadama \u0026 Hyuga Pumice Media Pair","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTwo Japanese growing-media components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pair brings together the very popular Ibaraki Hard Akadama, Small (3–5 mm), and Japanese Hyuga Pumice, Small (3–6 mm). Supplied as separate ingredients rather than a premixed substrate, they allow you to adjust the balance of moisture retention, drainage and aeration for your species, container and watering routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIbaraki Hard Akadama, Small, 3–5 mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese granular growing medium with moisture- and nutrient-retaining properties. The particles darken when wet, providing a useful visual indication of surface moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Hyuga Pumice, Small, 3–6 mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porous volcanic aggregate from Japan that retains moisture within its structure while contributing drainage and aeration to the mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect the bag size for each component using the available options. Akadama is offered in 2 L, 5 L and 14 L bags; Hyuga pumice in 2 L, 5 L and 18 L bags. The quantity of each ingredient depends on your selections. Images illustrate example bag pairings; packaging varies with bag size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e0d9ce; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px; margin: 24px 0; background-color: #faf8f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eMix your own or choose a premium blend?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the Media Pair for control over your recipe, or a sifted premium blend for the convenience of a premixed medium. Match the choice to your tree, container, growing conditions and watering routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; background-color: #ffffff;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eThree growing-media options compared\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eOption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMoisture and preparation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eChoose this when…\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAkadama \u0026amp; Hyuga Pumice Media Pair\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparate bags of small-grade akadama (3–5 mm) and Hyuga pumice (3–6 mm). No lava rock or Agricarb is included in this pair.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou control the proportions. Trial 1:1 by volume, or 2:1 akadama to pumice for a greater moisture reserve. Sift out dust before mixing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou want to tailor your own mix for different trees or conditions, rather than use a fixed formulation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/premium-conifer-blend-sifted\"\u003ePremium Conifer Blend, Sifted\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA premixed combination of akadama, pumice and lava rock in approximately equal proportions, with 5% Agricarb biochar.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHolds less water than the Deciduous Blend. Professionally sifted to remove particles smaller than 2.4 mm; some fines can develop during transport.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou prefer a premixed option developed for pines, junipers and other conifers, or trees and conditions calling for lower moisture retention.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/premium-deciduous-blend-sifted\"\u003ePremium Deciduous Blend, Sifted\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA premixed combination of 47.5% akadama, 23.75% pumice, 23.75% lava rock and 5% Agricarb biochar.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts higher akadama proportion provides greater water retention than the Conifer Blend. Professionally sifted to remove particles smaller than 2.4 mm; some fines can develop during transport.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou prefer a premixed option developed for maples, elms and other deciduous trees, also suited to olives and figs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Media Pair is not the same recipe as either premium blend. Its final moisture retention depends on the proportions you mix; there is no fixed moisture ranking against the premixed products.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuggested mixing ratios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced starting point:\u003c\/strong\u003e mix 1 part akadama with 1 part Hyuga pumice by volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor trees requiring a greater moisture reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e trial 2 parts akadama to 1 part Hyuga pumice, while checking that the root ball drains and remains adequately aerated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese ratios are starting points, not universal recipes. Measure with the same scoop rather than by weight. Bag selections do not automatically create a particular ratio, especially when choosing the 14 L akadama and 18 L pumice options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing a mix for South African conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA suitable combination can be used for established bonsai such as pines, junipers, maples, elms, olives and figs, with the proportions adjusted to the tree and growing conditions. Hot wind, shallow containers and exposed benches can accelerate drying, while sheltered positions and persistent rain may call for a more open mix and a different watering routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSift out dust before use and select particle sizes appropriate to your tree and pot. Check moisture within the root ball rather than relying on surface colour alone. These growing-media components do not replace a suitable fertilising programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor species-by-species starting points and an explanation of each component's role, read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/tree-talk\/the-ultimate-bonsai-growing-medium\"\u003eThe Ultimate Bonsai Growing Medium\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kobayashi Sangyo","offers":[{"title":"2L bag \/ 2L bag","offer_id":68003849797938,"sku":null,"price":238.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2L bag \/ 5L bag","offer_id":68003849830706,"sku":null,"price":351.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2L bag \/ 18L bag","offer_id":68003849863474,"sku":null,"price":632.25,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L bag \/ 2L bag","offer_id":68003849896242,"sku":null,"price":382.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L bag \/ 5L bag","offer_id":68003849929010,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L bag \/ 18L bag","offer_id":68003849961778,"sku":null,"price":776.25,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14L bag \/ 2L bag","offer_id":68003849994546,"sku":null,"price":643.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14L bag \/ 5L bag","offer_id":68003850027314,"sku":null,"price":756.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14L bag \/ 18L bag","offer_id":68003850060082,"sku":null,"price":1037.25,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/6016\/files\/original-japanese-akadama-and-hyuga-pumice-bags-together-on-a-white-background.png?v=1792613051","url":"https:\/\/www.bonsaitree.co.za\/products\/akadama-hyuga-pumice-media-pair","provider":"Bonsai Tree (Pty) Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}