A distinctive feature of CITRUSPON is the addition of Red Lava, which stores heat and helps maintain a consistently warm root environment. This supports fruit development in citrus plants while giving the substrate a Mediterranean appearance. The mineral components also act as a peat-free water reservoir, reliably retaining moisture and releasing it as needed. Thanks to the slow-release fertilizer, citrus plants receive a balanced supply of nutrients for the first 6 months. The special formulation, enriched with calcium and iron, supports the development of healthy foliage and aromatic fruit. CITRUSPON remains structurally stable over time, does not compact, and provides secure support for both young and mature container-grown plants.
CITRUSPON is suitable for all Mediterranean plant species and can be used in both conventional pots and LECHUZA planters with an irrigation system.
Note: Suitable for use with edible plants. For even better capillary action in LECHUZA planters, we recommend using LECHUZA-PON or BASICPON as the irrigation layer.
- Suitable for all citrus plants
- Pre-fertilized for 6 months
- Peat-free water reservoir
- Promotes a bountiful harvest and healthy foliage
- Contains extra calcium to promote fruit set
- Prevents waterlogging and root rot
- Suitable for use with edible plants
- Reusable
- Packaging consists of > 80% PCR recycled plastic
Product Details
- Organic-mineral plant substrate
- Ingredients: Pumice, Red Lava, Zeolite, Limestone grit, Pine bark, Slow-release fertilizer
- Particle size: 2–5 mm
Recommended Accessories
After about half a year, the fertilizer’s effect in the substrate begins to wear off, and it’s time to fertilize the plants again. With PERFECT CITRUS slow-release and liquid fertilizers, citrus plants are once again supplied with sufficient nutrients, stimulating healthy growth and fruit production.
To keep track of your plant’s water needs even in conventional flower pots, you can use the PON watering indicator. It reliably indicates when your plant needs to be watered in the mineral-based substrate.
DeclarationPlanting in LECHUZA planters
Step 1:
Place the irrigation layer—included with LECHUZA planters—on top of the divider in the planter. This is important to ensure that water is transported from the reservoir to the plant and to prevent waterlogging.
Then fill the planter with a thin layer of your chosen substrate, such as TERRAPON. Use just enough so that your plant sits at the correct height in the planter.
Step 2:
Place the plant in your planter as usual. You don’t need to completely remove the soil from the roots.
Step 3:
Now you can fill the planter completely with the substrate of your choice, for example, using the PON funnel.
Step 4:
For the first 12 weeks, water your plant as usual from above, directly onto the substrate. Water only as much as the plant can absorb.
Make sure there is as little water as possible in the reservoir.
After this initial watering phase, you can water your plant through the water shaft. For planters without the LECHUZA irrigation system, continue to water the plant from above. You can find more information here.
All PON substrates can be used in both planters with an irrigation system and in conventional flowerpots or window boxes.
When should I water PON?
Since PON’s mineral-based substrates retain water very well, the plant needs to be watered less frequently. You can determine the plant’s water needs by doing a finger test, using the PON watering indicator, or checking the water level indicator on LECHUZA planters.
Can I mix PON with soil?
Yes, PON can be mixed with potting soil. We recommend the purely mineral plant substrates BASICPON and MONOPON. Neither of these substrates is pre-fertilized; they loosen up the soil mix and improve drainage.
When should I fertilize CITRUSPON?
The CITRUSPON plant substrate is pre-fertilized for approximately 6 months. After that, nutrients can be replenished using PON’s liquid or Slow-release fertilizers. For citrus plants, we recommend the PERFECT CITRUS fertilizer.
Are PON plant substrates peat-free?
All PON plant substrates are peat-free.
