LECA Clay Pellets • Expanded Clay for Terrariums & Hydroponics
Expanded clay pellets for drainage, layering & semi-hydro growing
Bite-size Info
• Lightweight expanded clay pellets
• Non-Toxic & pH Neutral - safe for carnivorous plants
• Available in 2 Sizes: 4–9mm (small) or 9–16mm (large)
• Great for layering, terrariums, soil amendments & DIY projects
• Small resealable pack (±260–280ml) – ideal for starter kits and small builds
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LECA Clay Pellets – Expanded Clay for Terrariums, Hydroponics & Drainage
These lightweight, expanded clay pellets (LECA) are a must-have growing medium for plant lovers, terrarium builders, and hydroponic growers. Whether you're layering the base of a carnivorous plant terrarium or setting up a semi-hydro system for orchids and houseplants, LECA offers excellent drainage and root aeration.
✔️ Expanded clay = Better root health
LECA (Lightweight Expanded Clay Aggregate) is inert, pH neutral, and reusable. It absorbs just enough water to keep roots happy while preventing rot and compaction. It's a great alternative to perlite or silica sand in mixes where root rot or compaction is a concern.
✔️ Perfect for terrariums & bog setups
Use as a drainage layer in carnivorous plant displays, especially for species like Venus flytraps, sundews, Nepenthes, butterworts, sun pitchers, albany pitcher plants, cobra lilies and other delicate-rooted plants. Also suitable for sunny patio setups and mini paludariums.
✔️ Great for semi-hydro & hydroponics
Popular for orchids, houseplants and aquascaping. LECA is reusable, easy to clean and safe for use with fish and shrimp in aquaponic systems.
Sizes: Choose from 4–9mm (standard) or 9–16mm (chunky).
Packaging: Resealable pouches, perfect for small projects or starter kits.
💡 Each resealable packet holds approx. 260–280ml of LECA — about the size of a standard coffee mug or a small measuring cup
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Why Pargo and not PUDO?
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