How to Choose Potting Mix

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Pouring planting potting soil mix into pots in the garden.

Potting mixes for containers should have some key ingredients that help you plants thrive. (Photo by CanStockPhoto)

Choosing a potting mix may seem simple, but not all mixes are created alike. When buying potting mix for containers, you want to look for mixes with ingredients that will help your plants thrive.

MSU Extension horticulture specialist Dr. Gary Bachman shows you what to look for in the ingredients list.

Video by Jonathan Parrish

The Extension publication “Constructing Raised Beds for the Mississippi Gardener” discusses potting mix options.

“Care and Selection of Indoor Plants” also shares information about soils and potting mix, including recipes for making your own!

Posted on: March 5, 2019

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