SOL SOILS LECA Balls

Pick up SOL SOILS LECA Balls at Metro Turf Garden Center in Bremen, GA. LECA — Lightweight Expanded Clay Aggregate — is a versatile growing medium made from porous clay balls that absorb moisture while still allowing water and air to move freely around roots. It's used for plant propagation, custom soil blends, and as a decorative surface dressing on potted plants throughout West Georgia homes.

SOL SOILS LECA Balls are popular among houseplant enthusiasts who propagate cuttings, build semi-hydroponic setups, or want a clean, natural-looking top dressing on their containers. The warm clay color adds a polished finish to any planted pot, and the porous structure makes it genuinely functional — not just decorative.

SOL SOILS LECA Balls Product Details

• Brand: Sol Soils
• Product type: Lightweight expanded clay aggregate
• Package size: 1 gallon / 4 quarts (4.4 L)
• Best for: Propagation, custom growing setups, decorative top dressing
• Available at: Metro Turf Garden Center, 3041 Miller Academy Road, Bremen, GA 30110

How to Use SOL SOILS LECA Balls

For propagation: place a suitable cutting in a clear container filled with LECA. Maintain water at roughly one-third of the container height so roots can develop and be observed through the sides. Monitor the cutting and transfer to a potting mix when roots are established. For a decorative finish: spread a light layer of LECA over the surface of your potting mix after planting.

SOL SOILS LECA Balls FAQs

• Can all plants be propagated in LECA? Many tropical houseplants root well in LECA, but results vary by plant type. It works particularly well for aroids and other plants commonly propagated in water.
• Do I need to rinse LECA before use? Yes — rinse thoroughly before use to remove clay dust, then soak for several hours to allow the balls to fully absorb water before adding cuttings or plants.
• Can LECA replace potting soil entirely? It can be used as a standalone growing medium in semi-hydroponic setups, but plants grown this way require liquid fertilizer since LECA provides no nutrients on its own.

Shop Houseplants at Metro Turf Garden Center

Pair SOL SOILS LECA Balls with our full selection of tropical houseplants available in-store in Bremen, GA.

For more plant care tips, visit the University of Georgia Extension.

Visit us at 3041 Miller Academy Road, Bremen, GA 30110, or call (678) 697-2108. We serve customers throughout West Georgia including Carrollton, Villa Rica, Tallapoosa, and Cedartown.