Ornata wrote:
Newt Wrote:
Hi Tribon,

Just buy a bag of compost at the garden center. You don't need one
with manure. Only put an inch on top of the soil if you are
topdressing or you risk smothering the roots.

Newt

If it's going to live long-term in the container, it's probably
best to give it something with a bit more structure. I'd suggest
using a mix loam/topsoil and an ericaceous (or lime-free) compost.
You could incorporate home-made leafmould or some composted
shredded bark. Make sure the pot has good drainage by first putting
in a layer crocks, gravel or broken up polystyrene (if you have
some to hand).

Putting a layer of gravel at the bottom of pots is no longer recomended.

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Travis in Shoreline (just North of Seattle) Washington
USDA Zone 8b
Sunset Zone 5