Description
Support rich plant growth and a thriving clean-up crew with Big Bites Bio Grow. This 9 L bag contains a carefully formulated blend of tree-fern fibre, orchid bark, coco husk, sphagnum moss, peat moss, horticultural charcoal, coco fibre, leaf litter and calcium carbonate — all tuned for optimal plant & microfauna performance. The Dragon Lair
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High-quality base substrate — The blend gives structure, organic matter and nutrient-buffering to support roots, mosses, springtails, isopods and beneficial microbes. The Dragon Lair
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Charcoal & coarse components included — These help with aeration, drainage and reducing compaction over time. The Dragon Lair
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Rich leaf litter & plant-friendly fibres — Adds real woodland floor texture, encourages natural detritus cycles and boosts micro-fauna habitat.
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Pre-balanced for hobby use — No need to guess major proportions; just add to your enclosure and start building your live system.
How to Use:
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Lightly pre-rinse/soak if you want to reduce dust (optional).
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Add substrate layer of desired depth (depending on plants, microfauna etc).
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Introduce your plants, décor (wood, bark, leaf litter) and clean-up crew (springtails, isopods).
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Maintain moisture/humidity, occasional top leaf litter refresh, and monitor for compaction or mould.
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Over time, feed microfauna (small organic bits) and refresh litter to keep the ecosystem active.
Perfect For:
• Live-planted terrariums & vivariums
• Leaf-litter + microfauna bio-active set-ups
• Enclosures with small reptiles, amphibians, spiders or inverts needing natural substrate
• DIY builds where hobbyists want a high-grade base mix without extensive custom blending








