This thread is for sharing tips and anecdotes about what concerns gardeners the most.
Soil.
Each plant is genetically predisposed to develop its own roots within a suitable soil...since root apparatus is really, really diverse.
These are my tips.
Volcanic soils, andisols: very acid soil, rich in iron. Perfect for the Citrus family. In fact on the volcano Etna, it is all orange trees.
It is perfect for most tropical plants, especially those from Mexico or Central America.
Calcareous soil: it is a soil poor in metals and rich in calcium. It is suitable for all the small plants and bushes of the Mediterranean area, especially Lamiaceae (peppermint, basil, oregano, rosemary, sage, thyme), umbrelliferae (carrot, parsley, fennel), and Cruciferae (rocket salad, mustard).
Peat: it is the most universal soil ever....but not indicated for the plants who prefer the calcareous one (aforementioned).
It is so good that it is used in the percentage of 50% together with other soils.
Generally used for all apartment plants.
Soil.
Each plant is genetically predisposed to develop its own roots within a suitable soil...since root apparatus is really, really diverse.
These are my tips.
Volcanic soils, andisols: very acid soil, rich in iron. Perfect for the Citrus family. In fact on the volcano Etna, it is all orange trees.
It is perfect for most tropical plants, especially those from Mexico or Central America.
Calcareous soil: it is a soil poor in metals and rich in calcium. It is suitable for all the small plants and bushes of the Mediterranean area, especially Lamiaceae (peppermint, basil, oregano, rosemary, sage, thyme), umbrelliferae (carrot, parsley, fennel), and Cruciferae (rocket salad, mustard).
Peat: it is the most universal soil ever....but not indicated for the plants who prefer the calcareous one (aforementioned).
It is so good that it is used in the percentage of 50% together with other soils.
Generally used for all apartment plants.
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