Ground coir!!!! I couldn't think of the name to distinguish it from this wirey, other stuff I ended up with. I went to the supply store and told them they were incorrect about what they had described and sold me. I wasn't able to really tell the difference until I actually pulled it apart...first clue, because the ground (
) coir, is too difficult to even cut with a knife but, I soaked it and is when I knew that this stuff wasn't what I wanted. They gave me the ground coir and told me to keep the other stuff. Unfortunately, they didn't have CocoGro but another brand called, CocoTek which I've used and like. So, I'm happy once again.
JLu, thanks so much for the explanation on the differences with both coirs.
Connie, the coirs I use aren't soggy either. I wouldn't use it if that's what it's delivering. It stays very fluffy but you can feel the moisture throughout. I'm not a big fan of Aussie Gold, in fact, don't like it at all. It's way too wet for my comfort. That's what I like about the 50/50 bark and coir mix. The coir keeps the pot airy and the bark, wet (not sopping) longer and allows the mix to dry at a slower rate while still, retaining moisture. Bark alone, dries too fast for me...for my Phals. I use bark mix, alone only for my Dends, which works for them.
Happy Ending!