Build the living foundation your enclosure deserves. MicroForest Lite is a nutrient-dense bioactive soil substrate for reptiles, isopods, springtails, plants and planted terrariums. It is designed to hold moisture, support natural burrowing and give the biology in your enclosure room to work. Every ingredient serves a real purpose. There are no filler ingredients. All ingredients break down over time and can be consumed by isopods and/or springtails. Moisture note: MicroForest Lite is intentionally packaged with moisture. Condensation in the bag is normal and expected. Why MicroForest Lite? Nutrient-dense foundation: Becomes more nutrient-dense as the bioactive ecosystem matures. Purposeful recipe: Every ingredient serves a real biological purpose. No filler ingredients: The soil is built to support a living enclosure. Breaks down naturally: Ingredients break down over time and can be consumed by isopods and/or springtails. Moisture-retentive structure: Helps maintain the moisture your animals and plants need. Burrow-friendly depth: Supports natural digging, burrowing and root growth. Made in-house: Hand-crafted in Parker, Colorado with more than 17 years of hands-on soil experience. Bioactive is an Investment A cheaper bag of soil can become more expensive over time if it needs to be replaced. MicroForest Lite is designed to mature with your enclosure, becoming more nutrient-dense as the biology cycles through the substrate. With proper maintenance, you should never have to routinely change out the entire substrate. Invest in the foundation once, maintain it well and let the biology do its work. Your reptiles, isopods and plants will thank you. How to use MicroForest Lite Add enough substrate to reach your desired finished depth after settling. Maintain moisture according to the needs of your species, enclosure and plants. Add leaf litter, natural hides and the clean-up crew your setup needs. Continue providing species-appropriate supplemental food and top off the substrate if the level drops over time. For a complete bioactive foundation, pair MicroForest Lite with springtails, leaf litter and natural hides.
