Perlite p500 coarse
Perlite is the generic name for naturally occurring siliceous volcanic rock.
Our supplier operates their own quarry, in the central North Island of New Zealand as well as importing perlite ore for specific applications from Turkey, Greece and the USA.
The expansion process is caused by the presence of water in the crude rock. When perlite ore is rapidly heated to above 850°c this water vaporises and causes the softened rock to expand. Tiny glass-like bubbles are produced which account for the lightweight and exceptional physical properties of expanded perlite.
So why use Perlite?
Perlite is a natural filtration system, allowing excess water to easily drain away while retaining a little moisture and catching nutrients that plants need to grow. This is especially true in raised beds and container gardens, but also in the ground as well.
Airflow in the soil is greatly improved in a bed amended with perlite, and that’s necessary both for your plant’s roots to breathe and for any worms, beneficial nematodes, and other good natural garden inhabitants. Because it’s a mineral glass and thus harder than the soil around it, it also helps to slow down compaction, and keeps your soil fluffy and lightweight.
What Type of Perlite to Use
People often ask whether you should use coarse perlite as opposed to medium or fine-grade. Coarse perlite has the highest air porosity, so it offers the most drainage capability and ensures the roots of your plants can breathe well. It’s popular among people who grow orchids and succulents, and also people who do a lot of container gardening, as it provides excellent drainage, but the coarser bits don’t work their way to the surface of the soil blend as much as fine perlite does. Larger perlite is also less prone to being caught by a breeze and blown away!
2024 CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR HOLIDAYS SHIPPING SCHEDULE
Hand delivery
Sydney local hand delivery is available up to Monday 23rd December 2024.
If you're in Sydney this is your last chance, hand delivery will resume outside public holidays. Please get in touch for exact dates, we cannot guarantee delivery after 23rd December.
Courier services
Auspost & Courier services cut off for NSW regional and interstate ACT, VIC, SA & QLD 11th December 2024. We cannot send any orders after this date as we cannot guarantee arrivals times due to public holidays and reduced capacity. All orders placed during this time will be sent from 6th January 2025 to avoid any delays due to public holidays.
To enjoy free shipping spend total must reach $120 after any discounts to be eligible for free shipping
Please be patient with us, we're a team of 3 who also will take some time off to be with loved ones. We appreciate your support and kindness.
Delivery time frame for Sydney:
We deliver by hand across Sydney 5 days from 7:00am - 6:00pm.
Cut off for next day delivery is 5:00pm.
Your delivery will arrive within 1-2 business days after the order is placed outside of public holidays.
Fee schedule:
| DELIVERY OPTION | SPEND | PRICE | DISTNACE | SAME DAY |
| Local delivery | below $120 | $15 | up to 5km | ❌ |
| Inner Sydney delivery | below $120 | $20 | up to 10km | ❌ |
| Sydney delivery | below $120 | $30 | up to 12km | ❌ |
| Sydney metro delivery | below $500 | $45 | up to 25km | ❌ |
| Free Sydney metro delivery | $120+ | free | up to 12km | ❌ |
| Free Sydney metro delivery | $300+ | free | up to 20km | ❌ |
| Free Sydney metro delivery | $500+ | free | up to 25km | ❌ |
By placing an order with Plant Daddy you agree to our terms of service upon checkout.
Spend total is after any discounts to be eligible for free delivery.
It is your responsibility to leave clear instructions for our drivers if you have any special requirements.
If you have specific delivery instructions please advise us, if you don’t advise us and no one is home and it is safe to do so your order will be left in a safe place, if it is unsafe your order will be returned to our Newtown Studio.
If it is a gift, it's best to let someone know so they don't miss the delivery.
Please note: Sydney locations are determined as locations within a 25km radius of our store.
Courier service
Shipping to states including NSW and Sydney is available except for NT, WA & TAS as these states have quarantine laws that don't allow us to directly ship there.
We now offer free National Shipping via Courier and Auspost for orders over $120, capped at $25, total order must reach $120 after discounts to be eligible.
We do not offer express shipping at this time.
Please note due to the nature of sending live plants, pots & plant care some items may not be available for shipping due to size and weight, if an item appears unavailable on our website this indicates we can't ship to you.
Plant Daddy has partnered with Auspost & Sendle to have your plants, pots and plant care delivered to you on time, safe and secure. Once your order has been placed and confirmed you will receive confirmation once your order is ready for shipping. Generally once you place an order it is shipped within 2-4 days.
Please be patient as we are a small business we pack and send to you directly.
We send parcels via courier service MONDAY - WEDNESDAY to limit the amount of time your plants will spend inside a box during transit. All orders placed after Wednesday will be sent the following Monday - Wednesday.
It is your responsibly to read and understand our policy, we cannot be held responsible for delays during shipping.
All claims made for missing or damaged orders via courier need to be raised directly with either Auspost or Sendle with the tracking information sent. We suggest to take photo's to include with the claim. As we send orders via a third party we are unable to investigate any claims.
Plant Daddy cannot submit claims on behalf of customers.
If you have not left clear instructions or permission to leave the parcel it may be returned for re-delivery, please note we are not responsible for this or will be held liable. Auspost or Sendle can assist with any delivery enquiries.
If you have specific requests please contact us directly before placing an order.
Once you've placed an order you will receive a confirmation email of your purchase. If for some reason you don't receive a confirmation please email hello@plantdaddy.com.au
The Plant Daddy journey began as a single Philodendron Rojo Congo in an up-cycled pot and has taken us from Newtown Markets to Manly, Moore Park and Summer Hill.
In 2020 our first store opened in Newtown just steps away from where it all started! We're located on Australia Street surrounded by some amazing food and drinks spots and other quirky stores all run by locals for locals!
The studio is an enchanting haven where your indoor botanical fantasies come alive, as we constantly refresh and replenish our sanctuary with the latest seasonal plant trends, elegant styling decor, and nurturing guidance to ensure your plants flourish
Our goal is to provide our customers with an ever-changing selection of beautiful, hand-selected indoor plants, accessories, styling and plant care with our warm and knowledgeable advice.
Our customers and community are at the core of what we do and we're here to help you bring the outdoors in.
24th September 2020
Pictured (L) Trent (R) Charlie
The Plant Daddies standing in the door of the home of Plant Daddy