The soil that is best suited for container gardening is the done that drains well, is properly aerated and maintains a neutral pH. Potting mixture along with the soil offers all the above featured necessary for container gardening. The potting mixture contains organic matter such as part moss, compost, bark ships etc to provide nutrients to the soil. If the mixture is supplied with vermiculite or perlite, then it aerates the soil and helps retain moisture for a longer duration of time. Soil mixtures without the vermiculite can be used exclusively for growing herbs. Another advantage of potting mixture is that they are free of weeds, seeds, pests and diseases because they are heated when they are processed.
What kind of soil is best for growing vegetables in containers?
