Coconut Husk Chips 50 Gallons Bale - Chip Size 6 ~ 12mm - Very Low Dissolved Ions & Almost Neutral in Ph (6.2 ~ 6.8) Excellent water holding ability. Ability to retain nutrients longer. Promotes easier plant root growth and retains grow media porosity. Absence of weeds, pathogens, & reusable due to slower speed of decomposition. Eco Friendly & Greener.