Oak and Maple Leaves (3 oz)

The 3 oz oak and maple leaf mix is a blend of local natural elements, featuring a curved design and a sturdy texture. Combining the durable rigidity of oak with the flexibility of maple, this classic mix adds an authentic and functional touch to bioactive setups while promoting the well-being of wildlife.

They allow you to:

• Provide exploration and resting areas for microfauna (the complex layering of leaves creates excellent networks of moist shelters for isopods and springtails)

• Serve as a substrate for biofilm development and beneficial microorganisms, forming an essential basic food source to maintain a healthy detritivore population

• Structure the decor with a realistic “tropical” or “natural forest” look, ideal for lining the floor of your terrariums at low cost while perfectly mimicking Quebec forest litter

Advantages of the La Swamp oak and maple leaf mix:

• 100% natural, locally harvested and carefully sorted

• Ideal for tropical terrariums, bioactive setups, and paludariums (a classic essential for starting and feeding isopod colonies)

• Perfect complementarity: oak leaves decompose very slowly, providing a durable structure, while maple leaves break down faster, offering a soft food source quickly accessible to microfauna

• Decompose slowly, releasing beneficial tannins and nourishing microfauna over time

Recommended use:

• In terrariums: spread a thick layer (2 to 5 cm) over the entire substrate to create a true protective leaf litter. This helps retain soil moisture while protecting your plants’ roots and microfauna from direct light.

Lifespan:

Maple leaves decompose within a few weeks, while oak leaves last much longer (several months). This dynamic mix ensures both a constant food supply and durable shelters on your terrarium floor.