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Clay added to my seed starting mix for up potting!
Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2012 12:28 am
by Bobberman
The problem I see the most when up potting into flats or 6 pack cubes is the soil dries out two fast. I have been mixing my potting soils with some clay weedless soil from a under the surface area where I dug the top layer off! The mix seems to hold moisture longer What do you think? Has anyone tried this?. I can post but cannot read any replies or even my post after I post. Anyone have any Ideas what is wrong with my MSN unit! I can read all PMs so if there are any questions PM me! Thanks!
Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2012 12:41 am
by rainbowgardener
Clay seems quite counter-intuitive, since what we usually want in any kind of container is well draining. Let us know how it works out for you.
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Posted: Sat Apr 28, 2012 9:13 pm
by Rabbits2
This is bobberman on a computer. I did not find the problem but it must be in my MSN web tv. So anyway I will be here on the weekends to catch up on my post. I did use the clay mix in my seedlings and it seems to be working better than the bought mixes since it does not dry out as fast. I will see how they grow now. I will check out the clay cat litter! My lettuce is ready to eat and my peas are 2 foot high both in cold frames!
Posted: Sun Apr 29, 2012 7:20 am
by rainbowgardener
well, I can say from experience of having left cat litter outdoors accidentally that cat litter when wet turns into a nasty, slimy solid lump.
Posted: Mon May 07, 2012 10:51 pm
by Bobberman
The clay makes a nice mix for planters since it holds moisture onger!
Posted: Mon May 07, 2012 11:32 pm
by rainbowgardener
Have you actually tried it? Cat litter breaks down into a gooey mess...