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2. Houseplant - Wikipedia

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   Houseplants are typically grown in specialized soilless mixtures called potting compost (in the UK), potting mix, or potting soil. [6] Most potting mixes contain a combination of peat or coir and vermiculite or perlite. Keeping plants consistently too wet ("overwatering") leads to the roots sitting in water, which often leads to root rot. Root ...

3. John Innes compost - Wikipedia

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   The potting mixes are used to grow different types of plants depending on their nutrient requirements. [1] All three potting mixes have the same soil component: 7 parts sterilised loam; 3 parts peat; 2 parts sharp sand [5] They each contain ground limestone, and varying quantities of the same base fertiliser mix: 2 parts hoof and horn; 2 parts ...

4. Potting soil - Wikipedia

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   A flowerpot filled with potting soil. Potting soil or growing media, also known as potting mix or potting compost (UK), is a substrate used to grow plants in containers. The first recorded use of the term is from an 1861 issue of the American Agriculturist. [1] Despite its name, little or no soil is usually used in potting soil.

5. These Hard-to-Kill Houseplants Are Great for Beginners - AOL

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   See top indoor plants for beginners to brighten any room and help provide clean air. Take your pick of tall varieties, low-light options and more. These Hard-to-Kill Houseplants Are Great for ...

6. How to Care for Polka Dot Plant Indoors and Outside ...

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   Polka dot plants prefer moist soil. Generally, they need about 1/2 inch of water once a week, but this will vary depending on the environment. Press your finger into the plant's soil about an inch ...

7. How To Garden with Perlite Potting Soil - AOL

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   Perlite, a natural wonder born from volcanoes, is an inexpensive soil additive that will help your garden plants grow faster and larger. The post How To Garden with Perlite Potting Soil appeared ...