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Q.How To Use Vermiculite In A Newly Planted Choisya

Zone UB1 3JF | Anonymous added on April 20, 2023 | Answered

I’m moving the choisya into a large planter and would like to know how much vermiculite I should add to the multi purpose compost. Please advise. Many thanks.

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on April 24, 2023

They need well-draining, acidic soil, so I suggest adding perlite instead of vermiculite. Vermiculite holds in moisture. You can make your mixture about 1/3 perlite.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/vermiculite-growing-medium.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/perlite-potting-soil.htm

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