What are water beads?

Water Beads or Water Crystals are a superior water-absorbing crossed linked polyacrylamide co-polymer with a proven lifespan of 2 years in direct sunlight or 4-5 years when mixed into potting soil. They have the capacity to absorb and release up to 400 times their weight in water.

Will Water Beads hurt my family or pets if they eat it?

No. It is 100% non-toxic and biodegradable. They come out the same as they went in.

How safe are they?

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has certified Water Beads to be non-hazardous. The product has been certified under 29CFR1910.1200.

What plants will work best with Water Beads?

The most commonly grown house plants used are: Bamboo, Wheatgrass, Spider plants, Dumb Cane, Algerian Ivy, Cordatum, Heart Leaf Philodendron, Marble Queen, Gold Dust Ivy, Gold Dust Pothos, Peace Lily, Caladiums, Dragon Plants, Bromeliads, White Butterfly, Gold Dust Dracaena, Devil Ivy, Red Veined Prayer, Chinese Evergreen, Sander's Dracaena, Arrow Head Vine, Nephythis, Peperonia, Ferns, Ti Plants and Palms.

Great for using to start and grow indoor Wheatgrass or Herb Gardens!!

Can also be used with fresh cut flowers and floral arrangements.

DO NOT USE with cactus, some succulents or evergreens. As Water Beads will over water these plants.

How much will a packet make?

One 10gm packet will expand to fill a 1.5 qt vase.

What if I don't like plants? How is this product for me?

Water beads can be used with oils for aroma therapy or our water based fragrances Aqua Scents. Fill a glass bowl with water beads and add you favorite scent and a candle. The heat from the candle will heat just enough to omit the fragrance into the air. And if you are using our Aqua Scents there is no fire hazzard, it's just water.

Can also be used with your live Christmas tree to help prevent dehydratetion.

Can be used for chilling wines or champagne. Just freeze clear water beads and as they thaw, it looks like melting ice.

Occupational Therapists who work with children that have sensory issues have started using water beads. The texture helps to open up the world to children with special needs.

Caution: Water Beads are extremely slippery when spilled.

Can I place candles into the water beads?

Water beads work great with candles and fresh cut flower arrangements. Makes a breath-taking centerpiece!

How do water beads "make plant care simple"?

Water beads when mixed into the soil, hold nitrates, phosphates, potassium, iron, zinc, boron and other elements next to the roots or plants. Doing so, reduces the leaching of these elements into ground water. Preliminary research has shown that the beads attract the bacteria and microorganisms essential to plant growth.

How do I dispose of unwanted water beads?

To dispose of unwanted Water Beads simply pour the beads into flower beds, gardens or mix into soil.  It is a great additive for potting and garden soils. Water beads are a non-toxic polymer substance that will not harm plants, grass or soil.

CAUTION!  
Never flush or pour beads down the drain, swelling could possibly clog drain pipes. If Water beads do end up going down your drain use salt to speed up their biodegration.

How long will Water Beads last?

Length of life for decorative purposes (because of exposure to light) is approximately 2-3 years. If mixed in soil, it serves for about 4-5 years as a source for moisture retention.

How do I dry them out?

The best method is to rinse them off to remover any bacteria and place on a plate or platter with a piece of wax paper. Seperate the beads and drying usually takes 3-5 days. Place the dry pellets back in a bag and store in a cool dark place. Resoak to reactivate and reuse.

How do I keep them from drying out?

Water Beads need to be rehydrated about once a week. To do so, simply add water to the existing arrangement and the beads will absorb the water in their current state. Water Beads can be reused by rinsing between uses. 

Avoid salt contact on Water Beads as it will ruin the Water Beads!