Why Potting Mix is Better than Garden Soil

In this video, I compare man-made potting mix vs. garden soil soil, especially focused on the benefits to plant propagation and production.

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[GardeningInCanada]

Thanks so much for reaching out! Great video ideas! And lots of great info even if I might be a bit bias 😉👩‍🔬

[stampinghippo]

This has been the best explanation to "sterile soil" ever! Thank you for putting up these very informative videos, I´ve learned a lot from you! Best wishes and stay safe! Hanni from Germany

[roxannareneerantz]

Thank you Jason! I always feel more prepared for success after I watch your videos!

[rm]

Jason, your channel is my encyclopedia as a rookie hobbyist

[maggiemanzke]

I'm trying the cleaner soild foe seed starting, but my raised bed is local, amended soil. I grow organic, and there's lots of life i there to help me out. Thanks for the video - I enjoy collaborations!

[elsagrace]

My experience when I started seeds and repotted plants in natural soil due to lack of funds and wondering “why not” ended in observations of how sad the roots were and what mucky and rough conditions they had to survive in. It worked but I knew it could be better. Repotting bigger plants I noticed the lack of drainage. Some plants don’t mind much like Euphorbias but many plants can’t take it like Lavenders. I always research before I choose soil. Too many potting soil formulas lately are heavy on the peat moss. Miracle Gro moisture retention to be specific. Terrible for orchids, lavender, geraniums and more but others like it. It’s really formulated for people who are forgetful waterers.

[dannyhughes]

Thanks for the Link to the Canadian Video....excellent as with your presentation.

[joseolivares]

Enjoyed your video you answered some of my questions. Thanks

[cmleoj]

Either this is my favorite subject therefore I like the video, or you really make a compelling argument for how to grow plants in containers. Ok, both of these are true! Thank you for the videos.

[karenschwartz]

Thank you, for giving us the insight. I have found potting so much better too when starting plants.

[AngelicaKindheart]

I totally love your channel!!! I will totally keep you up to date about my growing roses from seeds!!!! I am both a fan of Gardening in canada and enjoy your calab!!!

[raymundsantos]

Hi Jason, Merry Christmas and a Happy and prosperous New Year to you and your family!

[normantapispisan]

👍more power to your chanel im from the 🇵🇭

[chrissingh]

Thanks and happy holidays from Trinidad.

[YogenderKumar]

Liked your video very much, always something new to learn. I don't know about the pathogens spread through soil

[sldulin]

My experience in gardening here in the NW is that to use ground soil in containers is to be overwhelmed with weeds. And not just one flush which can be managed, but throughout the growing season.

[gunmetal]

Thanks for providing your opinon. There are some rose enthusiasts where I am at (Malaysia) who firmly believe potting soil will eventually cause root rots after 4-5 months - and they are claiming these based on their experiences. I've just started using 'made for roses potting soil' for 3 of my new roses so I will be observing them and seeing if these fears are warranted/ unwarranted. Fingers crossed. My pots are raised so there should be drainage. And yes, the light weight of potting soil is such a relief compared to heavy soil.

[bryan]

An excellent analogy in your cutting boards example!
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[tarottime]

Merry Christmas to you and your family

[glen]

You live in such a beautiful area ... surrounded by mountains! That train horn in the distance .. grape vines! Doing what you love .. pottering around in the hothouse lol (are you sure you dont need an assistant)