Flowering Soil (Retail Potting Mix)

Texture: light, airy Drainage: Good pH: 6.0–6.8
Flowering Soil (Retail Potting Mix) - Soil

Marketed potting mix aimed at bloomers, typically peat/coco with compost and bloom‑leaning nutrition. Good drainage with moderate fertility.

🧱 Texture, Drainage & Fertility

Texture: light, airy

Drainage: good

Fertility: moderate

Organic Matter: high

Tendencies: salt build‑up if over‑fertilized

🧪 pH

Typical pH Range: 6.0–6.8

✅ Best Suited For

  • Roses (in pots)
  • Bougainvillea (with extra grit)
  • Hibiscus
  • Flowering annuals

⚠️ Not Ideal For

  • Cacti/succulents (too moisture‑retentive)
  • Very young seedlings

🛠️ Amendments & Improvements

  • Add 10–20% perlite or grit for bougainvillea
  • Use low‑N, higher‑K feeding during bloom

🪴 Recommended Container Mix

35% coco coir, 30% compost, 20% perlite, 10% fine bark, 5% biochar (pre‑charged).

🔍 Diagnostics

Hand Test: Soft ball that breaks easily; airy feel.

Jar Test: Organic dominant; minimal mineral settling.

🐛 Common Issues & Fixes

  • Lush leaves, few flowers: Reduce nitrogen; increase light; use K‑forward fertilizer.

💡 Care Tips

  • Provide strong light/full sun for bloomers
  • Deadhead spent flowers to extend blooming

🌦️ Malaysia Notes

Heavy showers leach nutrients—supplement with controlled‑release or foliar K between rains.

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Note

Use these profiles as practical guides. Local site conditions vary—observe water infiltration, plant responses, and adjust amendments accordingly.

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