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How to Make Potting Soil and Seed Starter Mixes

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  • Опубликовано: 14 авг 2024
  • You can save money by making your own potting soil and seed starter mixes. You have complete control over your blends. See Gardener Scott's recipes and methods for making soil-less blends for starting seeds and potting plants.
    It's easy and well worth the effort if you sow lots of seeds and pot up lots of plants.
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Комментарии • 643

  • @Arelle7
    @Arelle7 3 года назад +84

    This is my first year gardening without my dad.. I think he would make his own soil so I’m on here looking up everything about gardening since I just started falling in love with it last year my dad was teaching me so much but I still don’t know many things… this is the exact same bag of peat moss and vermiculite that he has. I’m glad I can put it to use thank you for such an informative video I really appreciate it.

    • @doncook3584
      @doncook3584 2 года назад +14

      Sorry for your loss. Your dad is watching and smiling. Wish you much enjoyment and remember there will be challenges but the internet is such a wonderful resource and no one better than GS

    • @Jamescityboygardening
      @Jamescityboygardening 2 года назад +7

      I know the feeling losing a parent my dad past in 08 and mom last year both do to dementia. They always had a backyard garden. So when my wife and I moved into mom's to care for her, I started to learn gardening, put together a garden letting mom think it was hers. I did it for her for therapy, mom loved it. Good luck with your garden....

    • @gardenstatesowandsew
      @gardenstatesowandsew 2 года назад +6

      I am exactly where you are. I lost my 49 year old brother to glioblastoma a year ago and just lost my dad in September. My dad was an awesome gardener and like your dad, my dad taught me so much but yet I’m still not doing well yet. Also like you I’ve been watching everything I can to continue on his passion. ( my new passion)

    • @gardenstatesowandsew
      @gardenstatesowandsew 2 года назад +2

      Thank you 😊

    • @Jamescityboygardening
      @Jamescityboygardening 2 года назад +3

      @@doncook3584I fond myself looking to the sky and asking mom, dad & grandpa Jones what do you think of this gardening technique? I'm using gravity feed drip irrigation and outdoors NFT hydroponics. Grandpa was a share cropper from S. GA. He lived on a womens property outside of Arcadia, FL. Little town name Nocatee cared for cows and grew a big garden across hwy 17 up next to the train tracks. Thinking about now wonder how grandpa watered that garden. Anyway happy gardening folks.

  • @jmserino
    @jmserino 3 года назад +100

    Thank you for the great tips given in that soft, slow and calm manner....you are the Bob Ross of Gardening 😍

    • @kingcheffrey
      @kingcheffrey 2 года назад +3

      Bob Ross of gardening is just what I was thinking
      -jeffrey thomas 1:19 AM 12/21/21

    • @ivankagren2746
      @ivankagren2746 2 года назад +3

      Definitely Bob Ross of gardening.

    • @bettyisbell5852
      @bettyisbell5852 2 года назад +2

      YES! Bob Ross of gardening. Like a lovely sprinkler hose.

    • @livingintheforest3963
      @livingintheforest3963 2 года назад

      Bob Ross 🥰❤️❤️

  • @familygrows7627
    @familygrows7627 Год назад +8

    This is possibly the most important and educational video every gardener can benefit from. Knowing your “soils” at different stages of indoor growing is absolutely essential if you want success. Trust me I have learned many lessons of what not to do… thank you Scott!

  • @heatheryoung9254
    @heatheryoung9254 5 лет назад +85

    I’ve watched dozens of videos and all I needed to know was how to make transplanting soil for my seedlings. This was the only video I found. It’s fantastic. Thank you so much.

    • @GardenerScott
      @GardenerScott  5 лет назад +7

      You're welcome. And thank you.

    • @mattiecopeland8741
      @mattiecopeland8741 4 года назад +4

      Thanks for explaining how to make potting soil. Excellent information.

  • @joehumble6698
    @joehumble6698 3 года назад +3

    Thank you sir and I’m a survivor gardener and this helped me.
    Greetings from Beautiful British Columbia !

  • @synergy2222
    @synergy2222 2 года назад +1

    How refreshing to find a channel that is simple, easy to learn and doesn't waste time with unnecessary jibber jabber for us first time gardeners! Thank you!!!! You are my new fav channel.

  • @artbylisi
    @artbylisi 10 месяцев назад +3

    Thank you so much for sharing your recipes! I have watched other seed starting mix videos and I have chosen yours to follow. I am an experienced gardener that hasn't had a garden in several years and I'm starting up the fall garden soon. The simplest of ingredients for both the seed starter and the transplant soil makes sense. Less hassle along with saving money is exactly what I need.

  • @feliciamason8112
    @feliciamason8112 4 года назад +15

    Omgl! Now I know how to start seeding properly. Thank you so much sir.
    I've learned a lot about gardening in just a few days.

  • @Sagir32
    @Sagir32 4 года назад +12

    Excellent editing to get the viewer (me) to the interesting parts in a timely manner.
    Thank you!

  • @shinebrighttoglow3961
    @shinebrighttoglow3961 Год назад +2

    I’m so ready to start my small garden. All I have is a back porch hopefully it works out. Thank you for this information, I’ve watch plenty of gardeners and yours is by for the best informative video.

    • @GardenerScott
      @GardenerScott  Год назад +1

      Good luck with your new garden. Enjoy it!

  • @biff_handstands
    @biff_handstands 4 года назад +18

    Stab holes in the bottom of the perlite bag and rinse it down to wash out the dust. Everybody should still wear a mask, $1 to protect the lungs is well worth it. Cheers, nice video!

    • @GardenerScott
      @GardenerScott  4 года назад +3

      Thanks. Good suggestions.

    • @knsboy09
      @knsboy09 4 года назад +5

      Yep, I remember when you could get a mask for a buck or two and that wasn’t too long ago.

    • @NoNORADon911
      @NoNORADon911 3 года назад

      Good idea, perlite dust can cause a condition I cant remember the name of right now

  • @PolyPrincess315
    @PolyPrincess315 3 года назад +10

    Finally!!! We’ve been looking for information that is more geared for our location. We are in southern Colorado (5b) and your entire channel is so relevant!!!
    Thank you so much! I can’t wait to start binge watching videos!

  • @chin1769
    @chin1769 3 месяца назад +1

    I really appreciate this! I have been learning so much about gardening these last two years and was in complete shock when my germinated seeds would just die when I put them in what the garden center called "potting soil". Low and behold, I need to make something else for these younglings!

  • @shusha50
    @shusha50 2 года назад +1

    Scott you have to be the best in this RUclips world.. Clear videos that doesnt leave much room for doubt. Thank you ever so much

  • @pielcanela9620
    @pielcanela9620 4 года назад +4

    Finally I find what I was looking for over 2 years! Thank you!!! Great video!!!

  • @mariabentele7909
    @mariabentele7909 3 года назад +2

    Thank you make my gardening so much more happening.🙏🌹

  • @kevinsolove458
    @kevinsolove458 4 года назад +10

    Thanks for this simple, to the point, video. Clear and concise is what I like ✌🏻

  • @marksmith8663
    @marksmith8663 4 года назад +9

    Thanks 👍 as I’m a new gardener
    that cleared up a lot of confusion

  • @mulph7738
    @mulph7738 4 года назад +45

    the best guy on internet

    • @mittalpa
      @mittalpa 3 года назад +2

      I was always confused about seeding start mix and potting soil mix.. He made it so easy.

    • @tnmtnmorning1178
      @tnmtnmorning1178 3 года назад +2

      Hands down. No doubt about it.

    • @tinameschko
      @tinameschko 3 года назад +1

      Yes. My fav.

  • @philoan5293
    @philoan5293 3 года назад +4

    Thank you for sharing your gardening experiences !

  • @debjohansen7867
    @debjohansen7867 4 года назад +9

    Loving your videos. You're so good at teaching. You make it easy to understand and this brought back my passion for gardening! Nonetheless on Earth Day! Thank you!!!

  • @carlfetters8082
    @carlfetters8082 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for the recipe. I’ll try this approach next year. -Carl

  • @donnamasonbrown4119
    @donnamasonbrown4119 4 года назад +6

    Thanks so very much for teaching me how to make soil. God bless you always.

  • @kelleymcbride4633
    @kelleymcbride4633 3 года назад +5

    Another fantastic video filled with solid useable info thanks for taking the time to share! 👨‍🌾🥦🥬🌶👍

  • @MaVdara
    @MaVdara 4 года назад +3

    That peat moss is really fine. Thank you for the class

  • @pacog6866
    @pacog6866 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for shearing your knowledge Scott

  • @aussiechina
    @aussiechina 3 года назад +1

    Thank you, most clear and best soil mix guide

  • @starjasmine1260
    @starjasmine1260 3 года назад +2

    Thanks a lot! Looks like I will be saving some money this year in revitalizing my garden.

  • @kristiehhh3727
    @kristiehhh3727 3 года назад +1

    I love your channel. Your channel is my go to for gardening information. Thank you!! 🙏

  • @s.barlow7062
    @s.barlow7062 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for sharing your soil recipes. 😊

  • @charliecheng1022
    @charliecheng1022 3 года назад +3

    Thanks a lot Scott. You make it very esay for me to learn a hard question.

  • @ryanjohnson117
    @ryanjohnson117 Год назад +1

    Thanks GS. Very plain and simple.

  • @carmend5050
    @carmend5050 3 года назад +4

    İ’m totally new at gardening, so your advices are sooo precious to me!!!! Thank you so much!

  • @tonyalove6807
    @tonyalove6807 2 года назад +2

    Thank you. Always looking 4 ways 2 do it myself. I'm already composting....

  • @freedombug11
    @freedombug11 2 года назад

    I love the Gardener Scott show!

  • @majaber1
    @majaber1 4 года назад +3

    Thanks Scott...v clear & straightforward

  • @Kight213
    @Kight213 3 года назад +4

    You are absolutely phenomenal. Thank you for the detailed information.

  • @tonytingler4310
    @tonytingler4310 4 года назад

    Well thank God i finally found someone who speaks like they're not from some other planet far far away. Crystal clear & so concise. I hope u give some input on all these relatively cheap LED grow lights that are just everywhere & how the cheaper ones actually compare to the more costly ones. Would really appreciate it

    • @GardenerScott
      @GardenerScott  4 года назад +1

      Thanks. I do have another video where I discuss grow lights and LEDs.

    • @tonytingler4310
      @tonytingler4310 4 года назад

      @@GardenerScott thanks a bunch. i'm really looking forward to checking it out. i truly appreciate your simple & clear approach to growing. Have a blessed day

  • @tnmtnmorning1178
    @tnmtnmorning1178 4 года назад +19

    Going to try this ASAP! Everytime I have a gardening question or curiosity, it seems you've got it covered. So very thankful for your content! 💚

  • @hazelhands1
    @hazelhands1 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for your tutorial on seed starting mix

  • @doncook3584
    @doncook3584 2 года назад

    Could watch his videos every waking hour but have to take time out to plan build amend seed transplant weed water inspect mitigate and enjoy. Sure appreciate his sharing knowledge

  • @amandashu305
    @amandashu305 3 года назад +2

    very clear and informative

  • @rosanapasquini8714
    @rosanapasquini8714 2 года назад +2

    Thank you so much you make it so easy....

  • @gemajams
    @gemajams 3 года назад +2

    I will use this mix for my seed start tomorrow, thank you

  • @pritimistry8213
    @pritimistry8213 3 года назад +2

    Thanks Scott, this is a good information video I found.

  • @apreju7298
    @apreju7298 3 года назад +3

    Thanks, GS! This information is Gold!!

  • @VornVann
    @VornVann Месяц назад

    AWESOME VIDEO...THANK YOU, SIR...🙏❤💯

  • @Rm-ks8gg
    @Rm-ks8gg 2 года назад +2

    I love that this is so easy
    Thank you!!!
    ❤️

  • @0807Jadwiga
    @0807Jadwiga 3 года назад +2

    Love your video and very simple explanation.Thank you👍👌👍

  • @tomwarden1444
    @tomwarden1444 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for the great information. I have always used peat and will continue based on your analysis. Coir was recommended but I did the research prior to jumping in. Again Thanks

  • @ivankagren2746
    @ivankagren2746 2 года назад +1

    What a great video. Good information. Straightforward and to the point.

  • @JD-8-1971
    @JD-8-1971 3 года назад +1

    I use perlite in my raised beds it stops them from being soggy from heavy rains. Local seed company carries those large bags for $15 to $17 a bag. The bottom of the beds I use straw cardboard and chunks of wood in the bottom of my beds. I sprinkle perlite though that to aid in aeration. Then I use a blend peat, a cheap potting soil, compost, perlite with a cheap bagged topsoil as well. Lime the peat to adjust the PH. Fertilize to the crop I am growing. I won't call it cheap to fill a large bed like that but I am very happy with the results. Believe it or not I made a 4x6 outside measurement raised bed from 6 inch concrete blocks. One block high. Filled it with my mix and filled the large holes in the blocks with my mix as well. Planted the center with blue lake beans and the holes I had some spare bell pepper plants that were past due to be planted I thought what the heck. I planted the peppers in the block holes. I harvested 2 five gallon buckets of beans this summer. Bell Peppers several buckets of those lost count and still picking. Now I have broccoli in place of the beans and it's growing daily. Now I do have 1/4 inch drip tube with 6 inch spacing on a timer watering all my raised beds. The 6 inch spacing tube you can line up with a dripper over every hole in the blocks. I used sod staples to line up the tube temporally. Then I used a glob of landscape adhesive to set it permanently.

  • @sharriceowens913
    @sharriceowens913 Год назад

    Awesome video👌🏾

  • @verawallace9055
    @verawallace9055 3 года назад +2

    Thanks, just what I was looking for

  • @sailor-rick
    @sailor-rick Год назад +1

    Thanks for the recipes.

  • @jamclibusmar
    @jamclibusmar 3 года назад +2

    This is so helpful.

  • @3musketeershomestead62
    @3musketeershomestead62 3 года назад +1

    You hold a plethora of information.. you should consider writing a book with all your wisdom and know how. I purely enjoy watching you.

  • @greggm.9057
    @greggm.9057 3 месяца назад +1

    Great job explaining!

  • @daviddo8056
    @daviddo8056 2 года назад

    Thanks for sharing , you have a great weekend

  • @cuteandsimple8600
    @cuteandsimple8600 5 лет назад +8

    Very informative video that really make the concept clear for making potting mix and seed raising mix with demonstration no one did before.
    Thanks

  • @KayFiedler
    @KayFiedler 5 лет назад

    Glad I found your site , your the no nonsense guy, some are a little to crazy for me, I’m sixty, and those young bloods are to much for this old guy, again very happy to have found your site, and thank you...

  • @phuocminhbui
    @phuocminhbui Год назад +1

    I love your video. Thanks for share this video

  • @Moondoggy1941
    @Moondoggy1941 3 года назад +1

    1:26 thanks for the tip on the Perlite, I went to my local agriculture store, and low and behold they had a giant bag shown with duck tape on the top, I said how much? 13 bucks, so I bought that and some good Peat Moss.

  • @akfarms9011
    @akfarms9011 4 года назад +2

    thank you , Scott .

  • @amandagomez3175
    @amandagomez3175 3 года назад +2

    This was very informative, thank you so much.

  • @NONAMESLEFTNONE
    @NONAMESLEFTNONE 3 года назад +2

    The business park I have a small shop in has graciously allowed me to plant some basics in two 3'x11' patches. (I may take over a 4'x7' soon though.) The soil is soft when wet but hardens to concrete when dried in the sun and a quick ph test is showing 7.5+ somewhere. So the mung beans, which I WONT be eating, are really stimpy vs. a batch I've grown in pots at home.
    This video gives me hope that I can get some better results soon. Onto the next GS video. . . .

  • @noreenshahbaz2743
    @noreenshahbaz2743 4 года назад +2

    Thank you for making this helpful video.

  • @LS-qg2zn
    @LS-qg2zn 2 года назад

    I've watched few videos before coming here..Great explanation!

  • @frankjames4743
    @frankjames4743 2 года назад +1

    Very helpful video.
    Thank you

  • @angelschannel-intennesseeu8891
    @angelschannel-intennesseeu8891 3 года назад +2

    Thank you so much for your video , it so helpful

  • @future7ify
    @future7ify 3 года назад +2

    This is perfect and exactly what I needed to know! Thank you so much for sharing! New subbie 🤗

  • @jamestyrer6067
    @jamestyrer6067 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the invormation

  • @krane15
    @krane15 4 года назад +2

    Thank you Gardener Scott for sharing your soil recipes and useful gardening tips.

  • @3musketeershomestead62
    @3musketeershomestead62 4 года назад +4

    Great video very helpful!

  • @jimato01
    @jimato01 5 лет назад +2

    Excellent instructional video.

  • @amber5777
    @amber5777 4 года назад +2

    Very useful info carefully explain and professional I been lookin for this info for my garden and doing all wrong Thankyou 👍🏼🙌🏼

  • @nmnate
    @nmnate 4 года назад +9

    Most of my mixes are about 65-70% water retentive components (peat, coir, etc) and 30-35% fast draining / aerating (perlite). Depending on what the plants like, you can modify your mix slightly and keep the plants happy. Blueberries get a ton of peat, less coir. Plants that tend to hate wet feet get a little more perlite. I've found that some plants (figs) like coarser / grittier mixes and I'll use #4 perlite and some other components that have larger particles. I'll usually add micronutrients (i.e. azomite) and adjust pH if the plants are going to be permanently potted. I'll feed plants separately, usually top dressing slower release organic fertilizers or in the water with a soluble mix. I'm curious to try rice hulls in a mix to see how they perform. I might consider putting them in raised beds for more aeration. Perlite seems to like to float to the surface.

    • @GardenerScott
      @GardenerScott  4 года назад +4

      Thanks for your information. I've read good things about rice hulls.

  • @pang-ngiavang1956
    @pang-ngiavang1956 2 года назад

    Thank you for sharing your recipes! Great information!

  • @ThatsWhatWeCallTheGoodLife
    @ThatsWhatWeCallTheGoodLife 3 года назад +2

    Great advice!

  • @nailog6464
    @nailog6464 4 года назад +3

    Yes I agree he really made it easy thanks

  • @user-yr7qk3ch2m
    @user-yr7qk3ch2m 4 года назад +2

    Great video .thanks 👍👍👍👍

  • @redredwine1277
    @redredwine1277 4 года назад +4

    Thanks, awesome info. 🌼🌺🌸

  • @ElizabethHaynesTX
    @ElizabethHaynesTX 3 года назад +7

    Thanks so much. I just tried making your mix this past weekend. I live in a warm climate so I decided to do 3 parts peat moss, 3 parts compost, 1.5 parts perlite, and .5 parts vermiculite. It feels a little gritty? Perhaps from the vermiculite, which was very small in texture. I'm excited see how it works. :)

    • @makeoversbymeme2077
      @makeoversbymeme2077 3 года назад

      How’s it going so far ? :)

    • @ElizabethHaynesTX
      @ElizabethHaynesTX 3 года назад +2

      @@makeoversbymeme2077 I've actually gone to his updated potting mix recipe, which is 2 parts compost, 2 parts peat moss, 1 part vermiculite, and a splash of perlite mostly to see how well you are mixing. I like that mix much better and will keep using that ratio! I scale it up to 3 parts compost, 3 parts peat moss, nearly 1.5 parts vermiculite, and a splash of perlite. Then I add in some earthworm castings, organic slow-release fertilizer, and kelp meal.

  • @jamestyrer6067
    @jamestyrer6067 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the information

  • @darlatobin2240
    @darlatobin2240 Год назад

    Thank you! Finally a video that explains exactly what I have been looking for!❤❤❤ Now my only question is how to incorporate native soil in the mix. I have mostly sand that some seems to repel water or absorb water. IDK?? I can put a LOT of water on my plants and it rolls off or only goes about an inch deep. I have to constantly turn the soil to keep it from compacting and getting hard. May just have to use pots for everything. Ugh

    • @GardenerScott
      @GardenerScott  Год назад

      For container growing, you can mix potting soil with your native soil. Sand promotes drainage while the compost and the peat will retain moisture.

  • @cbak1819
    @cbak1819 4 года назад +2

    Thanks Scott! I just use peet until I transplant into bed or container. Fertilizing with mild NP&K until then.

  • @louismagee9715
    @louismagee9715 3 года назад +4

    I’m going to try this seed starting mix for my microgreens that I eat every day. It should be perfect in combination with some nutrient water on the bottom tray to encourage growth. I tried peat, compost, and vermiculite but had mold with every tray so I think this will be better.

    • @suffolkshepherd
      @suffolkshepherd 2 года назад

      How did it do? I am considering doing the same.

    • @denisecomeau6847
      @denisecomeau6847 2 года назад +2

      remember-you also need good air flow circulating. a very small fan,like the kind you install in a doorway to push gentle heat from room to room..

  • @mohammedsharif9416
    @mohammedsharif9416 4 года назад +1

    Excellent god bless you for such good information

  • @yvonnezarm9333
    @yvonnezarm9333 9 месяцев назад

    Fantastic! Great video❤

  • @tonycanaris1778
    @tonycanaris1778 3 года назад +1

    Very good info.

  • @demoniczek27
    @demoniczek27 4 года назад +2

    I use peat/perlite mix also as a potting mix. Sometimes I add a small amount of compost. I top dress it with a slow release fertiliser and plants are very happy with it.

  • @zg4472
    @zg4472 4 года назад +2

    Great and user friendly information A+.

  • @liaquataziz6779
    @liaquataziz6779 3 года назад +1

    Good job.

  • @Crazyaboutpaper1
    @Crazyaboutpaper1 4 года назад +3

    Thank you. Amazing information.

  • @natester1064
    @natester1064 2 года назад

    Great information, thanks so much for sharing.

  • @croppercorn
    @croppercorn 4 года назад

    👨🏿‍🌾👨🏿‍🌾👨🏿‍🌾GOD-EVENING BROTHER Scott 👨🏿‍🌾👨🏿‍🌾👨🏿‍🌾 GREAT INFORMATION 👨🏿‍🌾👨🏿‍🌾👨🏿‍🌾

  • @precioussongflower2218
    @precioussongflower2218 5 лет назад +4

    Hi Scott! Thank you for the video. My husband and I grow our own food and will be selling plants 🌱 as well. Your video is most helpful. I have been mixing just peat moss and perlite and a little soil underneath sometimes but just the two part mix on the top. 😀 Thanks for confirming that for me. I am going to start moistening the mixture before though. Thanks for the tips.Happy gardening brother. 😉

    • @GardenerScott
      @GardenerScott  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks for the nice comment. I'm so glad to have helped. Good luck with your plant sales.

  • @joseolivares9050
    @joseolivares9050 2 года назад

    Very informative. Thanks for the info.

  • @brianrogers6731
    @brianrogers6731 3 года назад

    Looks simple and easy, our problem around here in Ranger Texas is finding the peat moss, seems like a lot of places no longer carry it.

  • @nhonvo3880
    @nhonvo3880 2 года назад

    You're the best! 👍