$40.00
Opal is a type of amorphous silica that formed as tiny spherical particles in a solidified gel. Light hitting these spheres can sometimes be reflected and refracted into blazing, micro-rainbows. Opal is also hydrophilic—it needs water to stay beautiful. If this opal top-dressing becomes less beautiful, it, and your plants, need water. You may also use dry opal on an overwatered plant to absorb excess water. The beautiful thing about opal (besides how gorgeous it is) is it will create an equilibrium of water. More simply put, its retains, absorbs and releases.
When used as a top dressing Opal is ideal for sensitive plants as it is a lighter stone that won’t crush delicate root systems. Heavier stones should be added carefully, certain plants don’t enjoy the weight on their root system.
100 in stock
BOOSTS: Water Regulation
HELPS: water retention, absorption, & Release
SUGGESTED USE: As Top dressing + watering stone
Opal is beautiful + hydrophilic— its appearance will change when soaked in water or when it drys out • Use opals as filler in a humidity tray for a beautiful result.
