Ep. 77 Tips for Container Gardening #GoodGrowing
Jul 30, 2021•35 min•Ep. 76
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Episode description
On this week's Good Growing podcast Ken and Chris chat about growing in containers. They discuss some unique plants they grow and cover why a soil-free mix is important, how they fertilize, some watering tips, and more!
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1:01 What do we grow in containers? Ornamentals, veggies, and some unique plants.
8:44 Soil-free mix - why do we use it? Plus specialty mixes.
12:50 Benefits of soil-free potting mix
14:38 Selecting containers - material (plastic, clay, ceramic)
17:51 Selecting containers - Color
18:39 Some things to know when using fabric containers
20:41 Figuring out pot sizes
23:13 Improving drainage with gravel in the bottom. Does it work?
26:36 Fertilizing containers
30:49 Watering containers
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