Ez-Coco™ has never been hydrated or compressed. It naturally has a consistent pH between 5.8 and 6.2 for optimal growing conditions. Ez-Coco™ retains water for up to three times longer than other soils. It is one of the highest quality coconut fibers on the market. Cuttings can be taken from an EZ-Clone™ & placed in EZ-Coco™ Phase 1.