{"product_id":"calcium-clay-for-springtails","title":"DIY Springtail Master Culture Supplies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild or maintain your own springtail master culture with Holy-Poly Isopods Calcium Clay supplies.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for dry, non-live springtail culture supplies. Choose the option you need to start a new master culture, expand an existing setup, or restock supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your option:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 lb (16 oz) Calcium Clay Refill Pouch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bulk dry proprietary Calcium Clay culture medium packaged in a resealable bronze pouch for building or refreshing multiple springtail cultures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 oz Master Culture Cup (with Clay Powder):\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes one 8 oz deli cup with lid plus a separate pre-measured \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4 cup\u003c\/strong\u003e packet of dry Calcium Clay. Empty the packet into the cup, add \u003cstrong\u003e2 Tbsp (30 mL) room-temperature dechlorinated water\u003c\/strong\u003e, mix thoroughly, allow the clay to hydrate for 10–15 minutes, then level the clay and seed with your springtail starter culture. Springtails and food are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 oz (Empty) Culture Cup + Lid:\u003c\/strong\u003e One empty 8 oz deli cup and lid for building additional springtail cultures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreathable Vent Tape Roll:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breathable tape for covering a small ventilation pinhole in a culture lid. Approximately 10 yards per roll.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaster Culture Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0824\/4114\/2570\/files\/HPI_-_Springtail_Master_Culture_Instructions.pdf?v=1789858271\"\u003eView the Springtail Master Culture setup and care guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater note:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your local tap water contains chlorine only, allowing it to sit uncovered for about 24 hours can allow chlorine to dissipate. This does not reliably remove chloramine. If your local water uses chloramine or you are unsure, use plain, unflavored bottled spring water or purified drinking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Springtails are not included with this listing. Add a live springtail starter culture and pair your setup with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/springtail-food\"\u003eHoly-Poly Springtail Food\u003c\/a\u003e for routine feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each option is sold separately. Selecting an empty cup or vent tape does not include Calcium Clay, food, or live springtails unless specifically stated in that option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor springtail culture use only. Not for human consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holy-Poly Isopods","offers":[{"title":"1 lb (16 oz) Refill Pouch","offer_id":52561642324266,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz Master Culture Cup (with Clay Powder)","offer_id":52561669914922,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz (Empty) Culture Cup + Lid","offer_id":52561678958890,"sku":null,"price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Breathable Vent Tape Roll","offer_id":52561684988202,"sku":null,"price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0824\/4114\/2570\/files\/MasterCultureKit2.jpg?v=1789878100","url":"https:\/\/holypolyisopods.com\/es\/products\/calcium-clay-for-springtails","provider":"Holy-Poly Isopods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}