Potted plants, tips

Everything has a secret and following some basic guidelines, believe me you have nothing to envy to the traditional gardens, whether for reasons of space or housing type, your entire production "green" can be grown in pots. Here's a handy primer for always have on hand:



One of the biggest problems of the pots is the subject of drainage. My suggestion to keep the drainage holes free: at the bottom of the pot, on / the holes, you should always Canyon gravel, balls of clay mixed with bits of songs or broken stones.



Remember that while potted plants require good substrates, it is not advisable to use such land as garden directly, since you run the risk that the clay is compacted and fungi and bad also suggest you invest in buying that.Te substrates prepared to those who mix elements of sand and good drainage as explained above.



There are excellent materials to mix with the substrate, such as coconut fiber and / encourage aeration and water retention. If you do not find these materials, works fine river sand with very thick edges whenever the wash properly. The final touch: the area I suggest a layer of gravel on the land. Among other benefits prevent splashing in rain and heavy irrigation.