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Hypertufa 101: Make One Trough or Throw a Party - Dave's Garden
Aug 22, 2012 · Perlite and/or vermiculite. We used perlite and didn't sift out the bigger pieces, so we had some pretty rough-textured mix. Experiment with different combinations and see what you like. Sand. …
New Ways to Grow Potatoes - Dave's Garden
Jul 31, 2020 · Prevent the perlite from drying out. When they have sprouted, continue watering as before but alternate between plain water and a fertilizer mixture of 1 tsp. of 20-20-20 water-soluble fertilizer …
Watering African Violets 101: Different Strokes for Different Folks
Mar 27, 2008 · The Texas-style Potting Method uses a layer of fine gravel or perlite at the bottom of the pot to wick water up from a saucer or tray. The commercial two piece plastic pots called Oyama …
Free Plants from Cuttings: Propagating Pelargoniums and other Woody …
Aug 5, 2010 · Propagating Pelargoniums (aka scented geraniums) from cuttings doesn't require tricky methods or complicated equipment. This easy method will work for most woody herbs or perennials, …
Tips For Using Peat Moss - Dave's Garden
Apr 1, 2019 · For seed starting, you can use straight peat moss or blend it with perlite, sand, or vermiculite. For containers, you’ll want to mix up your soil, peat moss, and even add some perlite or …
Haworthias- the Jewels of the Succulent World - Dave's Garden
Feb 21, 2008 · Pumice, and to some extent perlite, are great soil additives. It seems one can make a good cactus soil with nearly any type of base as long as enough pumice is added (1/3-1/2 of the total …
How to Grow a Pawpaw Tree from Seed - Dave's Garden
Nov 18, 2025 · Alternatively, find a seller or trader who is willing to keep the seeds moist for you in damp perlite or vermiculite. When I’m starting tree seeds which require cold treatment as pawpaw does, I …
Seed Starting 101: The Dreaded Damping Off (and How to Prevent It)
Feb 7, 2008 · Additions such as moisture crystals, extra perlite, and time-release fertilizer pellets can be mixed in before microwaving. Put the mix into a microwave safe container with lid.