How to Remove Acidity of Coco Fiber before using as Plant Medium

Coco fiber is a very good medium for plants since it can hold moisture yet is easy to drain and can prevent root rot on our plants. However, coco fiber, coco cubes, or coco peat are highly acidic. 

What to do to remove the acidity of coco materials? Place the medium in running water for one hour or two, then place it under the sun to dry the materials. You can repeat the process 2 to 3 times before using it as a medium. It is best to mix it with pumice and loam soil. With this kind of soil mix, you can give the plant roots a space to breathe and thrive. Coco fiber is also good for Air Layering or Marcotting. 

Most gardens that are propagating Philodendron Melanochrysum use coco fiber in their propagation with a 100% success rate.