To ensure good health, longevity, and growth of your plants, you have to use the appropriate nutrient care. Plant food such as potting mixtures, however, can do more harm than good if used incorrectly. Here are some pointers on potting mixtures:
Basics on Potting Mixture
- Houseplants should be grown in ready prepared potting mixtures. These would have been formulated according to their suitability for particular plants.
- There are two main types of mixture—soil-based and peat-based. Soil-based mixtures have heavy textures and are suitable for large plants. They contain some micro-organisms which help to process essential minerals for the plant. Peat-based ones are lighter and cleaner to handle, but as they do not contain built-in nutrients, they need regular feeding.
- Specialized mixtures are those that contain added ingredients. Some useful additives are charcoal, coarse sand, limestone chips, eggshells, manure, and peat moss.
- When selecting the type of potting mixture to use, take into consideration its drainage characteristics, acidity the amount of nutrients it contains and the root system of the plant.
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