Potting Soil: Make The Best Seed Starting & Potting Mix

Seed starting mixes are essential for sowing many vegetables, herbs and flowers. But with so much to sow over the coming weeks and months, they can be expensive - unless you make your own.

A few simple ingredients can be combined to make a mix that’s just right for giving seeds the best start in life.

In this short video we demonstrate how to create the perfect seed starting mix, together with the best recipes for simple yet effective potting mix.

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[travisbrewer]

I just watched dozens of videos like this. This was the best one. Well explained and great timing.

[sashilemla]

This is by far the simplest n economical seed starting mix

[joanrossington]

Just watching this made me feel keen to get out in the garden and starting my seeds for Spring 🌼. Thank you for your efforts in encouraging gardeners.

[victorialoveday]

Thank you for sharing this information!

[trockodile]

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[MightyGreedo]

Thanks! I needed a quick reminder on these basics. I'm planting some seeds today. Woot!

[earthfriendlyfarm]

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[mradeniyan]

Started my gardening journey watching this video i am now 4 years in . 5 stars😀

[catslovenature]

This video is super informative. Very helpful for a new gardener like me! Thank you very much!

[garygorsuch]

Good to see that you recommend the individual cells. My rule-of-thumb is to push seed down into surface 4X its diameter. Keep moist. Put on a dated label. Keep inside close to your daily activity. Thanks for your clear concise video clips.

[caroldurand]

Very clearly explained thank you. I was a bit confused before watching this video.

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Thanks so much for the video.

[carmene]

Thank you. Very informative and easy to follow.

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[myhillsidegarden]

Thank you for the great video on how to make these different mixes. Happy Gardening! Catherine

[brgovender]

Thank you for sharing your video. Good advice.

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[Happyplants]

hi, very nice video, do we need any other fertilizer or just adding 2 part compost is enough for making seed starting mix

[annmarier]

Love all your video's you give great tips. I've already made my pots from toilet rolls and newspaper. However what is worm compost, where can I buy it from? I'm going to make my own compost for my seedlings from your advice as I have all the ingredients except for pearlite and of course worm compost. Can't wait.