Ep. 77 Tips for Container Gardening #GoodGrowing

from Good Growing Hosted by Chris Enroth

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! Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/-shjyu_ChKQ 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 ___ Any products mentioned during the podcast are in no way a promotion of these products.

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