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product_id: 475735906
title: "2.5lb Hard Akadama Bonsai Soil 1/8-1/4 inch Small Grain for Cactus, Succulents, Bonsai Plants Soil Amendment, Prevent Over Water, Provides Optimal Water Retention, Fast Drainage"
brand: "nohobe"
price: "R781"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Nohobe"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/475735906-2-5lb-hard-akadama-bonsai-soil-1-8-1-4
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 100% natural volcanic clay Fast drainage & optimal moisture Color-changing wetness indicator 2.5lb Hard Akadama Bonsai Soil 1/8-1/4 inch Small Grain for Cactus, Succulents, Bonsai Plants Soil Amendment, Prevent Over Water, Provides Optimal Water Retention, Fast Drainage

**Brand:** nohobe
**Price:** R781
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Elevate your plant game with nature’s smart soil solution!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 2.5lb Hard Akadama Bonsai Soil 1/8-1/4 inch Small Grain for Cactus, Succulents, Bonsai Plants Soil Amendment, Prevent Over Water, Provides Optimal Water Retention, Fast Drainage by nohobe
- **How much does it cost?** R781 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/475735906-2-5lb-hard-akadama-bonsai-soil-1-8-1-4)

## Best For

- nohobe enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Drainage Dynamo:** Highly porous grains ensure rapid drainage, preventing root rot and promoting healthy growth.
- • **Reusable & Ready:** Comes in a resealable bag for freshness and multiple uses—sustain your green thumb sustainably.
- • **Pure Volcanic Power:** Crafted from eco-friendly, chemical-free fired clay for natural plant vitality.
- • **Water-Wise Precision:** Visual color shift signals perfect watering timing—never over or under water again.
- • **Versatile Bonsai Blend:** Ideal as a core ingredient or mix-in for custom bonsai, succulent, and cactus soil recipes.

## Overview

NOHOBE’s 2.5lb Hard Akadama Bonsai Soil features 1/8-1/4 inch natural volcanic clay granules that change color when wet, providing a built-in watering guide. Its porous structure ensures fast drainage and optimal moisture retention, making it perfect for bonsai, succulents, and cacti. Chemical-free and eco-friendly, this soil amendment reduces risks of overwatering, stem rot, and fungus gnats, while packaged in a resealable bag for convenience and reuse.

## Description

NOHOBE 2.5lb Hard Akadama Bonsai Soil 1/8 - 1/4 inch Small Grain for Cactus, Succulents, Bonsai Plants Soil Amendment, Prevent Over Water, Provides Optimal Water Retention, Fast Drainage

Review: super product - love this product , gnats are gone
Review: Great for Rose Propagation – Reduces stem Rot and Fungus Gnats - Firstly, I found this to be the best price of akadama around. I’ve been using akadama soil for propagating roses, and it’s been a game changer and I’ve had great success! Here’s the method I’ve found to work best: 1. Place akadama soil in a pot or plastic cup with good drainage holes, then rinse it well. 2. Set the container in a small bowl of water to keep the soil evenly moist. 3. After applying rooting hormone to the rose cutting, plant it in the akadama soil. 4. Place the setup in full sun and monitor the water level regularly. This soil is excellent at reducing stem rot, and I’ve noticed a significant decrease in fungus gnats compared to using other mediums. Highly recommend it for anyone looking to propagate roses successfully! Another plus, this soil can be reused after transplanting rooted plant!

## Features

- Visual Indicator: Akadama soil changes color (it darkens) when wet, indicating when to water your plant. Keep an eye that you don’t overwater them or don’t leave them under-watering, which retain their form when dry and absorb water when wet.
- Natural Material: This Bonsai Akadama (1/8 inch - 1/4 inch) is fired clay from 100% natural volcanic soil, eco-friendly, no additional fillers, no paint, no dyes, no chemicals, and provides the tree with moisture while preventing compaction.
- How to Use: Although akadama is one of the most commonly used mediums for bonsai soil, it’s rarely used on its own. Combining particles with different structural and water-retention properties allows for the creation of nearly limitless bonsai mixes.
- Fast Drainage: Akadama is highly porous in nature, and favors faster drainage. It also helps in spreading nutrients to your bonsai tree roots. It ticks off all the necessary requirements succulents needs for proper growth.
- Satisfaction Guaranteed: This professional-grade akadama is well packed in a reusable sealing bag, and easy to open and close with every use. Our friendly customer service is ready for you.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B7XXY3BF |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5,837 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #127 in Garden Soil |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (746) |
| Item Weight | 2.2 pounds |
| Item model number | AK25 |
| Manufacturer | NOHOBE |
| Product Dimensions | 10 x 6 x 1 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** NOHOBE
- **Item Weight:** 1 Kilograms
- **Style:** Japanese

## Images

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## Available Options

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

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are there actually 6 different types of rock ?**
A: Gritty Mix contains 6 different types of rock:  Red Lava Rocks, Black Lava Rock, Hard Maifanitum, Maifanitum, Diatomite, and Green Zeolite

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ super product
*by T***R on February 24, 2026*

love this product , gnats are gone

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for Rose Propagation – Reduces stem Rot and Fungus Gnats
*by S***N on October 12, 2024*

Firstly, I found this to be the best price of akadama around. I’ve been using akadama soil for propagating roses, and it’s been a game changer and I’ve had great success! Here’s the method I’ve found to work best: 1. Place akadama soil in a pot or plastic cup with good drainage holes, then rinse it well. 2. Set the container in a small bowl of water to keep the soil evenly moist. 3. After applying rooting hormone to the rose cutting, plant it in the akadama soil. 4. Place the setup in full sun and monitor the water level regularly. This soil is excellent at reducing stem rot, and I’ve noticed a significant decrease in fungus gnats compared to using other mediums. Highly recommend it for anyone looking to propagate roses successfully! Another plus, this soil can be reused after transplanting rooted plant!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Easy way to Tell if You need to water! & Great for Cactus!
*by B***N on March 7, 2025*

Impressive packaged in heat sealed Mylar Ziplock Bag. Decent Grit size (Small/Medium), I like that when it is WET it is Dark colored and when it is DRY it is Light colored. It feels kind of moist even dry. The bag quantity size is small/medium bag. I think a decent value. I’m kicking myself for not buying a biggger bag. I will definitely be buying this stuff again for my Cactus plants & my more Water Finicky Drinkers!

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-19*