Case Study – XL Bloom Youngplants
Better Root Hairs and Cleaner Water with Agrona Nanobubble Technology
XL Bloom Youngplants, one of Europe’s leading producers of anthurium cuttings, implemented the Agrona OxyBull Aeration System to enhance irrigation water quality and promote healthier root growth. Before installation, the grower faced fungal contamination in return water, low dissolved oxygen levels, and limited UV disinfection efficiency.
By integrating the OxyBull system, XL Bloom achieved a structural improvement in both oxygen levels and water clarity. Dissolved oxygen increased from 5.5 ppm to 12.5 ppm, fungal presence dropped to zero, and UV disinfection e ciency doubled from 3 to 6 m³/h. These changes led to visibly stronger root hairs, better nutrient uptake, and more uniform, resilient young plants.
The case demonstrates how Agrona’s aeration technology delivers sustainable, long-term crop vitality and water quality optimization, essential for XL Bloom’s commitment to 100% organic driven production.
XL Bloom Youngplants, based in De Lier, The Netherlands, produces over 11 million anthurium cuttings annually in 4 European laboratories each year and exports them to 53 countries worldwide. With a strong commitment to organic cultivation and biostimulant integration, the company continuously innovates to maintain plant health and quality.
Results
- Dissolved oxygen in return water increased from 5.5 to 12.5 ppm
- Fungal presence eliminated (from 17 species to 0)
- Improved root hair density and nutrient absorption
- Clearer water and doubled UV disinfection capacity
- Healthier, more resilient anthurium cuttings with uniform growth
