{"product_id":"exo-terra-rain-forest-substrate-8-8l","title":"Exo Terra Rain Forest Substrate (8.8l)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExo Terra Rain Forest Substrate (8.8L) – Bark \u0026amp; Sphagnum Moss Terrarium Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRainforest terrariums need substrate that does more than just sit there – it needs to actively support humidity, drainage, and plant growth all at once. \u003cstrong\u003eExo Terra Rain Forest Substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 100% natural, biodegradable mix of \u003cstrong\u003eMaritime Pine bark and Sphagnum Moss\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed specifically to recreate the conditions found in tropical rainforest environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination works together beautifully – the bark provides structure and aeration, while the \u003cstrong\u003eSphagnum Moss maximises the mix's natural hygroscopic properties\u003c\/strong\u003e, absorbing and slowly releasing moisture to help regulate humidity. 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Together, they balance each other – the moss boosts moisture retention, while the bark keeps the mix aerated enough to avoid becoming a dense, airless mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's also a genuinely good choice if you're running a \u003cstrong\u003eplanted terrarium\u003c\/strong\u003e. A lot of substrates are either good for humidity or good for plant roots, rarely both. The particle size and shape here have clearly been considered with live plants in mind, allowing water through to the roots while still letting them breathe. A well-thought-through substrate for a rainforest-style build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpread a \u003cstrong\u003e2–4 inch (5–10cm) layer\u003c\/strong\u003e of substrate across the terrarium floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater or mist according to the \u003cstrong\u003ehumidity level required\u003c\/strong\u003e for your species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse an \u003cstrong\u003eExo Terra Hygrometer\u003c\/strong\u003e to monitor humidity accurately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor well-ventilated terrariums or high-humidity requirements, place an \u003cstrong\u003eExo Terra substrate heater\u003c\/strong\u003e underneath the terrarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpot clean daily\u003c\/strong\u003e and fully replace the substrate when necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaritime Pine (Pinus pinaster – Country of origin Portugal) \u0026amp; Sphagnum Moss (Sphagnum magellanicum – Country of origin Chile). 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