Is THIS brand & contents of potting mix okay?

arlinek · May 21, 2007

Home Depot did not have the Pro-Mix several have suggested. But, they do have potting mix by Super-Soil, listing the following ingredients. Is this okay for DIY earthboxes?

Ingredients

This product has been certified by the Mulch & Soil Council to conform with quality and labeling standards. Gardeners are assured of a quality product. Read more about the Mulch & Soil Council.

Every bag contains a blend of pure organic materials, plus the natural and traditional fertilizers plants need:

Ground and aged fir, pine, and redwood bark, and high-quality compost combine to keep soil aerated and facilitate proper drainage.
Nitrogen for helping plants grow and stay green. There's quick-release nitrogen that goes to work fast. And slow-release to keep feeding for up to 90 days.
Phosphorus to establish strong root systems while stimulating flower, fruit, and vegetable growth.
Potash to increase resistance to diseases and cold temperatures. Contributes to overall plant vigor.
Iron for the prevention of chlorosis (yellowing leaves).
Vitamin B1, recommended by gardeners to prevent transplant shock.

Plant nutrients come from urea, ureaform. triple superphosphate, ferrous sulfate, sulfate of potash, and gypsum.

May 21, 2007	#1
arlinek Tomatovillian™ Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Diego, Ca. Posts: 37	Is THIS brand & contents of potting mix okay? Home Depot did not have the Pro-Mix several have suggested. But, they do have potting mix by Super-Soil, listing the following ingredients. Is this okay for DIY earthboxes? Ingredients This product has been certified by the Mulch & Soil Council to conform with quality and labeling standards. Gardeners are assured of a quality product. Read more about the Mulch & Soil Council. Every bag contains a blend of pure organic materials, plus the natural and traditional fertilizers plants need: Ground and aged fir, pine, and redwood bark, and high-quality compost combine to keep soil aerated and facilitate proper drainage. Nitrogen for helping plants grow and stay green. There's quick-release nitrogen that goes to work fast. And slow-release to keep feeding for up to 90 days. Phosphorus to establish strong root systems while stimulating flower, fruit, and vegetable growth. Potash to increase resistance to diseases and cold temperatures. Contributes to overall plant vigor. Iron for the prevention of chlorosis (yellowing leaves). Vitamin B1, recommended by gardeners to prevent transplant shock. Plant nutrients come from urea, ureaform. triple superphosphate, ferrous sulfate, sulfate of potash, and gypsum.