BajaMitch
For the growing mix I have used several mixes, all of which have worked fine. This is enough for 2-3 SIP 5-gallon buckets with 4" to 5" resoviors filled to within 1" of the top. Be sure to make the mix without the Osmocote, thoroughly wet the mix until very damp, then mix in the Osmocote before using. If mix is not wetted first it will not wick properly. If your climate is extremely hot and dry you may need to up the peat or coco coir to increase the wicking and moisture retention. Okra, tomatoes and peppers have done well in this mix.
Mix #1
3 gallons fine bark chips, not sifted
2 gallons peat
1 gallon large horticultural perlite (sifted through a strainer to get the "dust" out)
1/4 cup lime
1/4 cup Osmocote (SRF)
Mix #2
3 gallons fine bark chips, not sifted
2 gallons coco coir
1 gallon large horticultural perlite (sifted through a strainer to get the "dust" out)
1/4 cup lime
1/4 cup Osmocote (SRF)
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