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Q.In The Spring I Will Transplant My Norfolk Island Pine Tree. What Kind Of Soil Or Potting Mix Is Best To Use?

Zone Sanborn MN. 56083 | Anonymous added on March 4, 2024 | Answered

What brand soil has vermiculate in it? Should I fertilize at this time also?

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on March 6, 2024

We don't recommend brands, but use a mix that promotes drainage and contains perlite or large sized vermiculite pieces. You can buy perlite separately and add it to your potting mix to improve drainage. These articles should help.

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/2007/nov/072301.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/fertilizing-norfolk-island-pines.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/norfolk-pine/norfolk-island-pine-repotting.htm

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