Soil Mix Options
We have come up with a range of self watering container mix options that we know will get your Glowpear Urban Garden going.
Option 1 - No Mess, No Fuss
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2 x 25 L bags of premium organic potting mix (ensure it contains fertilizer, and bark fines)
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1 x 5 L Bag of Perlite
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Mix together and fill the planter, plant soil with seeds or seedlings, then top with pea straw to lock in moisture.
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Periodic watering with worm tea or organic liquid fertilizer will help to promote flowering and fruiting.
Option 2 - For The Hardcore Enthusiast
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Approximately 30 L of organic matter such as composted chicken manure, dried worm castings, and composted garden waste
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Approximately 20 L of bark fines (pine bark mulch)
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1 x 5 L Bag of Perlite
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Consider adding seaweed extract, blood & bone, and/ or organic NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphate & Potassium).
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Mix together and fill the planter, plant soil with seeds or seedlings, then top with pea straw to lock in moisture.
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Periodic watering with worm tea or organic liquid fertilizer will help to promote flowering and fruiting.
Option 3 - Non-soil self watering mixes from Glowpear YearRound
- Get your YearRound Mini Sprouter Pack, consisting coir, seeds and liquid nutrient, to start or refresh your Mini Bench.
- Get your YearRound Mini Sprouter Pack, consisting coir, seeds and liquid nutrient, to start or refresh your Mini Rail.
- Get your YearRound Mini Sprouter Pack, consisting coir, seeds and liquid nutrient, to start or refresh your Mini Wall.