Peat Moss Soil:
Step 1: Get a large container.
Step 2: Drill multiple holes into the bottom for improved drainage.
Step 3: Combine about 4 parts peat moss with 1 part perlite.
Step 4: Hydrate the mixture.
Step 5: Thoroughly mix the substrate. Break up any clumps.
Step 6: Mix in about half a cap (2 tablespoons) of Osmocote fertilizer per Tomato Bucket. For an organic option, mix in a few cups of compost instead.
Coco Coir Soil:
Step 1: Get a large container.
Step 2: Drill multiple holes into the bottom for improved drainage.
Step 3: Hydrate a block of coco coir with water.
Step 4: Break up the coco coir until no dry chunks remain.
Step 5: Add in about 1 part of perlite for every 4 parts of coco coir.
Step 6: Thoroughly mix the substrate.
Step 7: Mix in about half a cap (2 tablespoons) of Osmocote fertilizer per Tomato Bucket. For an organic option, mix in a few cups of compost instead.
Why Craft Your Own Potting Soil?
Affordability: DIY potting soil can cost a fraction of the store-bought variants, which are often overpriced mixtures of peat moss, perlite, and compost.
Quality Control: Custom-made potting soil can surpass store-bought quality by catering to your specific requirements.
Organic Assurance: When you make your own potting soil, you know exactly what's in it. This allows for the option to go 100% organic.
