Potting mix recipe???
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Douglas Hunt on Mar 16, 2013Carol, the composition of a potting mix varies depending on what you want to grow. Here are some recipes from the University of Florida extension service: http://solutionsforyourlife.ufl.edu/hot_topics/lawn_and_garden/homemade_potting_mix.htmlHelpful Reply
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CAROL H on Mar 17, 2013Thanks, Douglas!! :)Helpful Reply
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Pam on Mar 17, 2013thanks i may try itHelpful Reply
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360 Sod (Donna Dixson) on Mar 17, 2013What are you potting Pam?Helpful Reply
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Jeanette S on Mar 18, 2013Years ago I mixed up sand and top soil and put it around my mailbox. It is the best planting space I have but I have never been able to repeat that success. I think it is because my helpers think a couple of bags of sand will work in too large a space so I don't put enough. I am going to completely rework an area so I will be in charge of the mix! HA!Helpful Reply
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CAROL H on Mar 18, 2013Jeanette, Throw some compost in the mix. You can't go wrong with compost :)Helpful Reply
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CAROL H on Mar 18, 2013Update: Today I added some vermiculite to my seed starting mix of, 3 part peat moss 1 part mushroom compost, perlite and lime. We'll see how that works.Helpful Reply
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