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Do I really need to use potting soil for my potted caladiums and guara over garden soil? I just finished using garden soil for my seasonal ground cover and I bought too much. I used the Miracle Gro garden soil for flowers and vegetables with plant food. Are they really different or are manufacturers just getting us to buy more products? Thank you for the education!
Hi Barbara, that is a very good question! the truth is, potting soil is more refined then top soil, or garden soil; its usually lighter to prevent it from hardening in the pot, other then that they are pretty similar; you can use your gardening soil, but just mix in a little perlite to loosen it up, a small bag is plenty and cheap enough. Nick
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nick mccann
Expertise
I can give concise answers on growing plants in containers instead of the ground, why and how to plant them and how to maintain them.
Experience
Master Gardner in Charlotte County Florida,,with 10 years experience.
Organizations
Master Gardner Association of Charlotte County, Florida
Education/Credentials
Associates Degree
Past/Present Clients
I am currently also an expert in the Tropical Plant dept.
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