Since it doesn’t last forever, potting mix needs to be refreshed yearly by mixing it up again, to break up the compaction, and add fertilizer, like Osmocote. Seed-starting mix is kind of like a baby ...
Even though potting mixes are designed to hold water, many can become shockingly hydrophobic or water-repellent when they are fully dry. This is especially an issue with mixes with significant amounts ...
This weekend's yard jobs include harvesting the year-end veggies, saving seeds from the gardens and landscape, and planning to grow herbs inside over winter.
A tomato plant can grow quite large and needs a spacious pot to support its extensive root system. A 5-litre container with drainage holes at the bottom would be an excellent option.