Mixing own potting mix?

[ddrsheden]

I use Miracle Grow Moisture Control Potting Mix. I mix a little sand in with it. Works great for me.

 

[KurruptKlown]

Since my peppers are popping up like crazy now, I'm going need to plant some inground, SOOOOOO my question is?? What should I use for garden planting??

 

[Capsicum]

I use my native soil amended with pine mulch to loosen the clay like soil. My soil my be good and rich so I use no fertilizer or compost and get a lot of peppers.

 

[KurruptKlown]

I use my native soil amended with pine mulch to loosen the clay like soil. My soil my be good and rich so I use no fertilizer or compost and get a lot of peppers.

so you just mix some pine mulch in with your normal soil?? My soil here is dark clay type

 

[Capsicum]

Dark clay, nice!!! Sounds rich. Pine bark mulch will work great.

Do not use too much, and really do not fertilize.I know from experience that they grow way better in just native soil and no fertilizer. By the way your soil sounds it is full of minerals, the pine bark will loosen it up and get more air flow. Use only pine. Just get some pine mulch that is not nuggets and has some small pieces.
Just till really well.

 

[KurruptKlown]

sounds good to me!!! These seeds are popping like crazy I need to start getting ready lol