Mixture #1 – is a basic mix for use with most types of plants

• 3 parts organic matter (peat, humus, or sawdust)
• 1 part sand, perlite, or vermiculite (or a mixture of these)

Mixture #2 – is used for acid-loving plants

• 4 parts organic matter
• 1 part sand, perlite, or vermiculite

Note: for best results, at least one part of the organic matter should be leafmold.

Mixture #3 – for Cacti and Succulents (except the tropical Cacti), and other plants that need good drainage

• 3 parts organic matter
• 2 parts sand, perlite, or vermiculite

Note: for best results, use fine gravel (such as that used in aquariums) for one part of the sand.

Mixture #4 – for potting up newly-rooted cuttings of most plants

• 2 parts organic matter
• 1 parts sand, perlite, or vermiculite

Mixture #5 – for newly-rooted cuttings of acid-loving plants

• 2 parts organic matter
• 2 parts sand, perlite, or vermiculite

Note: for best results, use one part leafmold for the organic matter.

Mixture #6 – especially for the tropical Cacti, most Bromeliads, and some Orchids

• 3 parts bark chips
• 1 part organic matter
• 1 part sand, perlite, or vermiculite