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Suggested organic mix ratio in 3 gal. pot
CannaKropsstarted grow question 4y ago
Buffered Coco, Worm castings, perlite, and Dr. Earth 4-6-3 , 4-4-4, and 3-9-4. Growing autoflowers in 3 gallon pots, not transplanting. What would be your recommended mix ratio? All items or just some with top dressing later? Thanks all and happy growing! 🌱💪🤞
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Robertsanswered grow question 4y ago
I would drop the worm castings personally. They are only thing with nutrition in your mix. Coco and perlite is inert. Plus needs constant moisture. It is hydro in a potter or bag. 5.8ph water in and out in run off in vegging. 6.2 flowering. Start feeding after 7 to 10 days, very light.
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