Premium Coir Brick (650g)
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Description
Description
The 650g Gro-Med coco coir brick is the small size of our triple-washed, low EC, OMRI Listed coir. It expands to about 10 quarts (2.5+ gallons) — the right amount for one small monotub, a casing layer or a test batch.
Use it as the coir in a small CVG mix, or on its own for seed starting and potting. You get the same clean, pH-neutral coir as our 5kg brick without having to hydrate 20 gallons at once.
- 650gCompressed
- ~10 qtExpanded
- 2.5+ galExpanded
- Low ECTriple washed
- OMRIListed organic
Why growers pick the 650g brick
- Triple washed, low EC – Excess salts are rinsed out, so you start from a clean base for mushroom substrate and sensitive roots.
- OMRI Listed – Approved for organic growing.
- pH neutral – Roughly 5.8–6.5, so it goes straight into a CVG blend or casing layer without buffering.
- Holds water, keeps air – Stays at field capacity without packing down or waterlogging, which supports even colonization.
- Naturally resistant to mold and bacteria – A cleaner foundation than peat or garden soil.
- Right-sized – Hydrate exactly what one small tub or test batch needs, with nothing left over to store wet.
How to hydrate a brick
- Pick a container. A 650g brick grows to about 10 quarts, so a 5-gallon bucket is plenty.
- Add hot water. Pour it over the brick and let it soak in and loosen the fibers.
- Break it up. Fluff the coir by hand as it expands, then let it cool.
- Bring it to field capacity. A firm squeeze should release only a few drops of water.
- Mix and use. Blend with vermiculite and gypsum for CVG, use it as a casing layer, or add it to garden and hydroponic mixes.
Sizes
| Option | Compressed | Expands to | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 650g brick | 650g | ~10 quarts (2.5+ gal) | One small monotub, test batches |
| 5kg brick | 5kg (~10 lbs) | ~80 quarts (20+ gal) | Large monotubs, big CVG batches |
| 5kg 4-pack | 4 × 5kg | ~320 quarts (80+ gal) | Several tubs, regular batches |
| Pallet (220 bricks) | 220 × 5kg | 20+ gal per brick | Farms, shops, resellers |
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gro-Med |
| Material | 100% coconut coir |
| Compressed weight | 650g |
| Expanded volume | About 10 quarts (2.5+ gallons) |
| Certification | OMRI Listed |
| Processing | Triple washed, low EC |
| pH | Neutral, approx. 5.8–6.5 |
| Uses | Small monotubs, casing layers, test batches, seed starting |
Skip the mixingWant CVG without hydrating and blending it yourself? Midwest's Select Bulk Substrate is pasteurized, pre-hydrated CVG in a ready-to-use bag.
FAQ
How much does the brick expand?
Once hydrated, it expands to about 10 quarts (2.5+ gallons).
Is this coco coir good for mushroom substrate?
Yes. Gro-Med coir is triple washed, low EC and pH neutral, which makes it a clean base for CVG (coco coir, vermiculite, gypsum) and casing layers. It holds moisture while still letting air through for colonization.
Do I need to buffer the pH?
No. It is pH neutral (roughly 5.8–6.5), so it can go straight into a CVG blend.
Is it organic?
Yes. Gro-Med coir is OMRI Listed for organic growing and is 100% natural coconut coir with no additives.
Can I use it for plants too?
Yes. It works in garden soil mixes, seed starting and hydroponics as well as mushroom substrate.


