Potted plants require a growing medium that provides good drainage.
Clay pellets are a soil-less growing medium made from small, hard-fired clay balls. The pellets are usually between .03 and .08 inches around. The firing process causes the clay to expand creating a porous medium. Clay pellets are most commonly used in hydroponics and for orchids and other plants that require a soil-less growing medium. Use clay pellets to increase drainage in potting soil mixes for houseplants and other container grown plants and trees.
Instructions
1. Combine 1 part clay pellets with 9 parts standard, good quality potting soil in a bucket.
2. Mix the pellets and the potting soil together thoroughly using your hands on a long stir stick or spoon.
3. Use the clay pellet and potting soil mixture for all your container grown plants that require good drainage.
4. Spread a 1-inch layer of clay pellets over the bottom of the planting pot before adding potting soil to increase drainage.
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