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product_id: 375799997
title: "BETTER GRO Sun Bulb Company 5002 PKG 8 Dry QT. SP Orchid Mix, 1-pack, Fucsia"
brand: "better gro"
price: "R772"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Better Gro"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/375799997-better-gro-sun-bulb-company-5002-pkg-8-dry-qt
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region: South Africa
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# 8.8 Quarts premium orchid mix Optimal drainage & airflow for root health Dynamic blend of fir bark, charcoal & sponge rock BETTER GRO Sun Bulb Company 5002 PKG 8 Dry QT. SP Orchid Mix, 1-pack, Fucsia

**Brand:** better gro
**Price:** R772
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌸 Elevate your orchid game with the mix that pros trust!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BETTER GRO Sun Bulb Company 5002 PKG 8 Dry QT. SP Orchid Mix, 1-pack, Fucsia by better gro
- **How much does it cost?** R772 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/375799997-better-gro-sun-bulb-company-5002-pkg-8-dry-qt)

## Best For

- better gro enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted better gro brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Repot Like a Pro:** Comes in a resealable 8.8-quart bag, perfect for hassle-free repotting every 12-18 months.
- • **Breathe Easy Roots:** Coarse perlite and bark nuggets ensure superior drainage and airflow, mimicking natural orchid habitats.
- • **Root Growth Maximizer:** Unique mix of western fir bark, hardwood charcoal, and sponge rock promotes vigorous root development.
- • **Expert-Approved Formula:** Crafted by professional orchid growers to support both root vitality and stunning blooms.
- • **Versatile Orchid Powerhouse:** Formulated for all epiphytic orchids including Cattleyas, Phalaenopsis & more—endorsed by the American Orchid Society.

## Overview

Sun Bulb Company’s 8.8-quart Orchid Mix is a premium, multi-purpose potting medium designed for all epiphytic orchids. Featuring a carefully balanced blend of western fir bark, hardwood charcoal, sponge rock, and coarse perlite, it ensures optimal root growth through superior drainage and airflow. Endorsed by the American Orchid Society and crafted by expert growers, this mix comes in a convenient resealable bag, making repotting effortless and supporting healthy blooms and roots alike.

## Description

Better-gro special orchid mix is a multi purpose potting mixture for growing cattleyas, phalaenopsis, dendrobiums, paphiopedilums, oncidiums and all epiphytic orchids. The extreme versatility of better gro special orchid mix, makes it the clear choice for orchid hobbyists, small orchid collections and professional growers. It is a dynamic combination of western fir bark, hardwood charcoal, and sponge rock that has been specifically formulated by a team of highly trained orchid growers. Better-gro special orchid mix promotes healthy, strong growth by providing superior drainage, allowing for proper root ventilation. This product weight 8 quarts.

Review: Really like the high-quality materials in this orchid mix - wood chips to soak up moisture, absorbent material to retain moisture for longer periods, and extra material to keep the air flow around the roots. The pieces are a bit large for my taste, especially for smaller orchids, though not a deal breaker. For bigger plants, this is the perfect blend. I bought it cause I need to be pot on my small plants to larger pots. It’s just like what you get from the florist but a lot cheaper.
Review: Super fast delivery. No bugs yet still moist. Much better than anything else I can find near me.. Nice large chunks of bark, charcoal and coarse perlite. The fir bark however doesn't look like the images that much, they're in longer splinters but I just cut those ones in half. May want to sift before using just to get some of the dust off, other than that it seems great so far.

## Features

- MULTI-PURPOSE FORMULA FOR ALL EPIPHYTIC ORCHIDS: Specially developed for growing a wide range of orchids, including Cattleyas, Phalaenopsis, Dendrobiums, Paphiopedilums, and Oncidiums, endorsed by the American Orchid Society for its versatility
- OPTIMAL ROOT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT: A dynamic blend of western fir bark, hardwood charcoal, and sponge rock promotes healthy root growth; coarse perlite and bark nuggets provide the ideal environment for root development
- DRAINAGE AND AIR FLOW FOR THRIVING ORCHIDS: This unique mix ensures excellent drainage and airflow, mimicking orchids' natural habitat; sponge rock and coarse perlite aid in water retention while allowing for proper ventilation
- EASY REPOTTING WITH RESEALABLE BAG: Ideal mix for repotting your orchids every 12-18 months to support healthy growth; comes in a convenient resealable bag in two sizes, 8 Dry Quarts (8.8L) and 4 Dry Quarts (4.4L), for sustained health and growth
- EXPERT-FORMULATED FOR ROOT AND BLOOM SUCCESS: Developed by a team of highly-trained, professional orchid growers to support both root and bloom stages, hardwood charcoal filters impurities for a clean growing environment

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005OK9KRK |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,350) |
| Date First Available | 15 August 2013 |
| Harvest date | Spring |
| Item display weight | 4.8 Pounds |
| Item model number | 5002 |
| Item volume | 8 Liters |
| Manufacturer | Sun Bulb Company |
| Part number | 5002 |
| Volume Capacity | 8.8 Quarts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** BETTER GRO
- **Item weight:** 1 Pounds
- **Style:** Modern
- **UPC:** 796113910328 079925050025

## Images

![BETTER GRO Sun Bulb Company 5002 PKG 8 Dry QT. SP Orchid Mix, 1-pack, Fucsia - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/811yvPws10L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by N***N on 17 September 2025*

Really like the high-quality materials in this orchid mix - wood chips to soak up moisture, absorbent material to retain moisture for longer periods, and extra material to keep the air flow around the roots. The pieces are a bit large for my taste, especially for smaller orchids, though not a deal breaker. For bigger plants, this is the perfect blend. I bought it cause I need to be pot on my small plants to larger pots. It’s just like what you get from the florist but a lot cheaper.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by O***S on 1 December 2022*

Super fast delivery. No bugs yet still moist. Much better than anything else I can find near me.. Nice large chunks of bark, charcoal and coarse perlite. The fir bark however doesn't look like the images that much, they're in longer splinters but I just cut those ones in half. May want to sift before using just to get some of the dust off, other than that it seems great so far.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***N on 7 August 2021*

I've gotten the orchid bark mix from the hardware store before and often times I've ended up with little flakes instead of chunky bark bits. The bag that I got was mainly big chunky bits. There is charcoal and some perlite in there. Those will hold less water than bark, in case you needed to know. It's a good solution for me since I don't feel like spending so much on orchid mixes. I live in growing zone 9 and for pots 4" and below, this mix will hardly hold any water and dry up within 2-3 days. If you want to water less frequently, it's best to mix in little bits of sphagnum moss. I think this mix is decent quality and I like to pick out the pieces by size or material depending on my needs. Anyway, it did not come with mold and so far the pieces have been consistently good. Update: I needed another bag and got this again. Still a great price and the material is still chunky and great. I prefer this chunky medium. I first got the Miracle Gro bag from the store and I mostly got flakes. I got this brand again. Huge immediate difference. There’s so much bark. And it’s all good pieces. I’ve gotten more experience with orchid growing and I use this medium for my phals, dendrobiums, and cattleyas. At first the mix is hard to keep moist and that’s normal. I soak the pots or water frequently. Eventually the mix will start holding water better. It’s a great economical mix. I think it’s good for about 3-4 years. Orchiata bark is said to last for 5-7 years but probably most orchids would require repotting by then anyway.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-28*