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By Jon VanZile, About.com Guide to Houseplants

Potting Mix Test Results

Friday November 6, 2009
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Three-month results from a comparison of three different container soils
Photo © Jon VanZile

Three months ago, I launched a comparison test of three potting mixes: a custom blend based on pine bark fines, Miracle-Gro Potting Mix, and Miracle-Gro Garden Soil (which isn't even meant for container gardens). It didn't take long to see which one performed better--and there's a lesson here for all of us who want really healthy plants.

Check out the results here.


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