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This Common April Container Garden Mistake Is Easy to Avoid for a Long-Lasting Display https://www.allforgardening.com/1699519/this-common-april-container-garden-mistake-is-easy-to-avoid-for-a-long-lasting-display/ #ContainerGardening #ContainerPlants #DonnaLetier #garden #GettyImages #MoistureManagement #PottingMix #SiobhanShaw

Miracle-Gro’s Classic Potting Soil Mix Is 30% Off on Amazon https://www.allforgardening.com/1673205/miracle-gros-classic-potting-soil-mix-is-30-off-on-amazon/ #Amazon #garden #GardenSoil #gardening #MiracleGro #PottingMix

Should You Sterilize Potting Soil Before Using It? Here’s What Experts Say https://www.allforgardening.com/1614955/should-you-sterilize-potting-soil-before-using-it-heres-what-experts-say/ #garden #gardening #PennStateUniversity #PottingMix

Should You Sterilize Potting Soil Before Using It? Here’s What Experts Say https://www.allforgardening.com/1614955/should-you-sterilize-potting-soil-before-using-it-heres-what-experts-say/ #garden #gardening #PennStateUniversity #PottingMix

I'm not saying that folks should go raid beaches for sand for gardening. However, if one happens to live near an abandoned sand pit (like I do), then this could be very useful! And yeah, I would do a rinse of the sand pit sand before sterilizing -- to help leech out any pollutants. Small rocks could work as well. But, again, I would sterilize anything before using it as a #PottingMix!

How to Clean Beach Sand

Co-authored by Raymond Chiu
Last Updated: April 16, 2025

"There are lots of ways to clean beach sand for crafts projects. Sift out rocks and other debris, and rinse away organic matter and silt. If you need sterile sand, try baking it for 45 minutes. Remove salt by simmering the sand with water, then straining it through a coffee filter."

https://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Beach-Sand

#SolarPunkSunday #PottingSoil #PottingMix #Gardening #CleaningSand

So yeah, #CoarseSand can be used instead of #Perlite and #Vermiculite (and I would sterilize it before using it).

However, I did read that coarse sand can be too sharp for some root systems? It's something to consider...

"Coarse, sharp, or builder sand, often used in construction, is a primary ingredient in potting media. Like peat moss, sand improves drainage and aeration but does not improve water-holding capacity. Too much sand will make containers too heavy to move. Sand should not be mixed with clay-based soil."

From #PennStateCooperativeExtension, Homemade Potting Media:
https://extension.psu.edu/homemade-potting-media

#SolarPunkSunday #PottingSoil #PottingMix #Gardens #Gardening

So, like #Perlite takes a lot of energy to produce, while #Vermiculite is mined! Not sure if there are alternatives to either of those out there. Maybe sterilized #CoarseSand? Hmmmm... Something to ponder...

Learn All About The Differences Between Perlite and Vermiculite

Written By: Robin Sweetser Gardener
January 11, 2026

"How do you know which is best to use in your garden—perlite or vermiculite? Some people think they are the same and used for similar purposes, but that’s not the whole story. Let’s look at the similarities and the differences and help you to pick the best one."

https://www.almanac.com/perlite-and-vermiculite-choosing-the-right-one

#SolarPunkSunday #PottingSoil #Gardens #PottingMix #Sustainability

Here are some different recipes for #PeatFree #PottingSoil blends -- depending on what one needs it for (#SeedStarting, #RaisedBeds, #PottedPlants, etc). The recipes also call for the use of #mycorrhizae to simulate root production. My cannabis farmer friends use that in their soil blends!

How to Make Peat-Free #PottingMix

Easy #DIY Potting Mixes for Potted Plants and Mo

"Going peat-free is one of the most impactful things we can do as gardeners to be better stewards of the earth and our resources. The lack of peat-free potting mixes at the garden center can be discouraging, but I see it as an opportunity to make my own which, frankly, has yielded far better results over the last few years. With a few basic components kept at hand, you can make great mixes for your plants, too!"

Learn more:
https://wildrevivalgardening.com/peatfree-gardening-guide/peatfree-potting-mix-recipes

#Gardening #SeedStartingMix #SeedStarting #SolarPunkSunday #PeatFreeStartingMix

DIY #PottingMix Masterclass: Make Your Own #PeatFree Blends For Plants

Looking to make more of natural potting mix ingredients and boost your peat-free options? Our DIY potting mix masterclass can help you create potting mediums for different plants

By Mary Ellen Ellis
published September 9, 2024

"While it’s easy to find high-quality potting mix at gardening stores and nurseries, there are good reasons to consider #DIY #PottingMix. Making your own blend gives you greater control and allows you to make adjustments for different needs. You can also save money this way.

"As you investigate recipes for the perfect potting mix, consider the importance of leaving out peat. Peat moss is often used in potting blends but unfortunately it must be harvested from wetlands. The process damages a delicate ecosystem and releases carbon dioxide. Luckily, if you want to make soilless growing mediums, there are plenty of good alternatives. Here we show you how to make your own potting mix."

Learn more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/diy-potting-mix-peat-free

#SolarPunkSunday #Gardening #SeedStartingMix #SeedStarting #PeatFreeMix #CoconutCoir #Compost #RiceHulls #GrowYourOwn

California Gardening: Gardening Hack – Boost Soil with Organic Matter! https://www.allforgardening.com/1540764/california-gardening-gardening-hack-boost-soil-with-organic-matter/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: DIY Mineral-Rich Potting Mix for Citrus Trees https://www.allforgardening.com/1538736/california-gardening-diy-mineral-rich-potting-mix-for-citrus-trees/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: Citrus Tree Pruning – Boost Harvest & Health Easily! https://www.allforgardening.com/1537681/california-gardening-citrus-tree-pruning-boost-harvest-health-easily/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: Master Plant Watering – Drip vs. Hand Watering Secrets https://www.allforgardening.com/1536021/california-gardening-master-plant-watering-drip-vs-hand-watering-secrets/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: DIY Potting Mix Peat Moss & Perlite Secrets Revealed https://www.allforgardening.com/1534952/california-gardening-diy-potting-mix-peat-moss-perlite-secrets-revealed/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: Planting Citrus – Avoid THIS Common Planting Mistake! https://www.allforgardening.com/1533915/california-gardening-planting-citrus-avoid-this-common-planting-mistake/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: Planting Citrus Trees – Step-by-Step Guide for Success https://www.allforgardening.com/1532875/california-gardening-planting-citrus-trees-step-by-step-guide-for-success/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: Perfect Potting Mix for Fruit Trees – DIY Recipe https://www.allforgardening.com/1531813/california-gardening-perfect-potting-mix-for-fruit-trees-diy-recipe/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: Perfect Potting Mix for Healthy Plant Roots https://www.allforgardening.com/1531259/california-gardening-perfect-potting-mix-for-healthy-plant-roots/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: Citrus Pot Drainage – Avoid This Common Gardener Mistake https://www.allforgardening.com/1530200/california-gardening-citrus-pot-drainage-avoid-this-common-gardener-mistake/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: Citrus Tree Sunlight Needs – Grow More Fruit! https://www.allforgardening.com/1529128/california-gardening-citrus-tree-sunlight-needs-grow-more-fruit/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: Citrus Tree Container Size Guide – Get More Fruit! https://www.allforgardening.com/1528118/california-gardening-citrus-tree-container-size-guide-get-more-fruit/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

California Gardening: Container Citrus Secrets Maximize Fruit Yield NOW! https://www.allforgardening.com/1526575/california-gardening-container-citrus-secrets-maximize-fruit-yield-now/ #CaliforniaGardening #citrus #CitrusCare #ContainerGardening #drainage #FruitTrees #gardening #HomeGardening #OrganicGardening #PottingMix #pruning #shorts #VLog #watering

Family warns gardeners after potting mix leads to fatal Legionella infection https://www.allforgardening.com/1512086/family-warns-gardeners-after-potting-mix-leads-to-fatal-legionella-infection/ #backyard #Cairns #fatality #garden #gardening #legionella #PottingMix

Family warns gardeners after potting mix leads to fatal Legionella infection https://www.allforgardening.com/1512086/family-warns-gardeners-after-potting-mix-leads-to-fatal-legionella-infection/ #backyard #Cairns #fatality #garden #gardening #legionella #PottingMix

Because it will soon be the time to start #seeds #indoors, I wanted to share my #PottingMix recipe for #seedlings:
#worm casting 1 volume
#compost 1 volume
#garden soil 1 volume

The #vermicast keeps the mixture moist and helps the #seed germinate faster.
The compost is made with more #carbon and #WoodChips to give a good texture
The garden #soil helps the #seedling not have a #transplant issues.

#gardening #gardens #nature #permaculture #GrowYourOwn #VermiCulture #Sustainable #worms

@compost