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Stabilized Propagation Media • Made in the U.S.A.

Healthier Roots Start in the Plug

Stabilized propagation media built by growers for growers — the Q Plug® and Excel Plug® lines keep the environment clean while giving cuttings and seedlings the porosity and structure to thrive.

Made in the U.S.A. Q Plug & Excel Plug Clean & Kosher
iHort Q Plug and Excel Plug propagation lineup

iHort specializes in stabilized rooting media — the engineered plugs that hold cuttings and seedlings through propagation and transplant cleanly into any growing system. Unlike loose media, iHort plugs keep their shape with minimal slouching, so roots develop in a consistent, clean environment from day one. Every plug is made in the U.S.A. with quality raw materials, and the Q Plug line is Kosher certified.

Hydro Supply Co. carries two of iHort’s most-requested formats: the 40/40 Q Plug — an all-around plug for loose mix, row crop, and hydro/aero/aquaponic systems, available in 50-count and 100-count resealable retail bags — and the T50 Excel Plug Tray, a true 10″×20″ tray of 50 soft plugs that drops straight into standard carry trays and humidity domes.

Propagation Plugs

iHort 40/40 Q Plug

40/40 Q Plug

Stabilized rooting media for any system — loose mix, row crop, hydro, aero & aquaponics. Enhanced porosity for stronger roots; holds its shape with minimal slouching.

50-count bag 100-count bag Bulk cases
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iHort T50 Excel Plug Tray

T50 Excel Plug Tray

A softer, less-bound plug that mimics loose soil yet holds its shape. True 10″×20″ tray of 50 cells — the industry standard for full production and nursery operations.

50 cells True 10×20 tray Retail kits
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How-To Videos

How to Use iHort Q Plugs

How to Use iHort Excel Plugs

Resources & Downloads

Q Plug Sales Sheet40/40 Q Plug specs & packaging
PDF
Excel Plug Sales SheetT50 Excel Plug specs & packaging
PDF
Retail Bags Sales Sheet50 & 100-ct retail pouch options
PDF
Q Plug SOPStandard operating procedure
PDF
Excel Plug SOPStandard operating procedure
PDF

Why iHort

Healthier Root Development

Enhanced porosity gives roots the air and structure they need — stronger root systems, healthier plants, and the potential for higher yields.

Clean Growing Environment

Plugs hold their shape with minimal slouching and shedding — one of the cleanest plug options on the market, with fewer clogged filtration systems.

Works in Any System

Transplant into loose mix, row crop, hydroponic, aeroponic, or aquaponic setups. One plug standard that fits the way you already grow.

Made in the U.S.A. & Kosher

Manufactured domestically from quality raw materials with consistent specs batch to batch. The Q Plug line is Kosher certified.

Flexible Packaging

From 50- and 100-count resealable retail bags to full bulk cases and palletized programs — scaled to your operation, from bench to production floor.

Built by Growers

iHort develops its media in close partnership with professional growers — the Q Plug shape is so effective it has become the industry standard others mimic.

1.57″
Q Plug Size
50
Cells / Excel Tray
50 / 100
Retail Bag Counts
USA
Made & Kosher
Request an iHort Quote 40/40 Q Plug T50 Excel Plug Tray