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I like using vermiculite but I reuse the mix in planter boxes for all my planting. I read that some small amount of arsenic is allowed in vermiculite and I wonder about arsenic building up in my mix over time as I will reuse the mix for years. I use perlite, (and coir,) to compensate, but don't like it as well. I also add a number of other things including purchased compost and worm castings. I wonder if you have any views on the arsenic issue.
Do you still need perlite and vermiculite when making potting mix for more mature plants in bigger pots?
I would think if you are paying property tax you can do what you want in your yard. I see properties with nothing short of a junk yard along with a house in desperate need of new siding, yet gardening is a problem? Not on my watch. Im getting chickens too so they will have a problem with me because I am not going to just keep my mouth shut.
What should I do with the heavy soil in my raised beds to make them loose and enriched for the coming season?
Do you recommend sifting compost before putting it into the garden?
I knew those eggs where too big for any dove!. Lol I was fooled by something petty earlier, but you ain't fooling no bird-savy person here!
My dad and I were sifting our compost this weekend, we found a never used transistor. And we have no clue where it came from
Hey Luke, do you spread compost on your lawn occasionally to make up for the grass clippings you remove?
Just wondering.
Using outdoor compost for your indoor transplants is not recommended, specifically for the smell, the bugs, fungus and mold contained in the soil…you should know better. Just buy a $5 bag of soil to transplant into until it can safely be planted outdoors.
The only reason the gov doesn't want you to have a greenhouse is the government doesn't like it when Citizens are self sufficient, the government want you to depend upon them for everything. I'm surprised they let you have a garden inside the city limits. Another reason why we have a homestead in the country. No bureaucracy to put up with. Love your channel.
I'm using my city (Los Angeles) "green waste" trash bin (2'x4') for my compost pile. 3 wks now & breaking down pretty good & steaming in middle. Made up of brown pine tree needles, shredded office paper, shredded cardboard, newspaper, clipping from plants/shrubs, bananas & their peels, but no other food. Can I add worms, if so where…top middle or bottom? And since it is plastic bottom/enclosed with exception of lid that basically sits on top not airtight so assume plenty of air for them. Also, I bought bag of compost to use now but was wondering if i can add that my unfinished compost bin? Than you
Doesn't peat moss do the same thing?
1 part perlite 1 vermiculite puts in 3 parts vermiculite lol
So cool…and easy!
You’ve made a video before talking about how you don’t sift compost. Is this the only exception?
Is there something I can add for aeration other than perlite and vermiculite?
Is it the HOA that says you can't have a greenhouse, and what is the reasoning behind it? Anyone?
Where do you buy your Perlite?
Can I use this for garden beds?)
I see in many people suggest to mix compost with 50% peat moss and add garden lime to neutralize the ph? Would you please explain which one is the best potting mix? Also, should we mix with some garden soil as well for micronutrients? I am a container gardener but oftentimes get frustrated with the mix! Personally, I prefer not to use commercial mix! Thanks a lot!
Hi there, I love your channel! It’s super helpful while learning how to garden. Can you use this soil in raised beds ? Don’t know if it’s different than “potting mix” since beds are still containers. Please help! 🙂
Just wonderful, I been tryin to find out about "how can i fertilize my soil at home?" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about – Fonillian Uncomplex Future – (just google it )?
It is a great one off product for growing up to 10 times more produce using aquaponics without the normal expense. Ive heard some amazing things about it and my cousin got amazing results with it.
Why are greenhouses not alllowed? I know someone in Detroit who has one.
You could still have a green house… make it a part of your own home and call it a sunroom. City hall can't make you taredown apart of your own home or any extension on to your home
Should I get medium grade for perlite as well?
Where do u live? No green house . That is so wrong
@9:28 you say you use 1 part perlite to 1 part vermiculite. But it looks like you added way more vermiculite. Is that just an editing issue? I thought I saw 1 scoop vs 3 scoops
Literally EVERYONE who watches this video should email your town/city council and complain. Give me an email and I'll do it right now. Heck, even give us a generic form letter you want sent, and we'll copy/paste it. Bloody imbeciles.
Pretty sure it's just a slip of the tongue, but that looks to me like half-inch mesh (look at 1:41 ), it's way too big for quarter.