Description:
Organic potting soil mix fertilizers typically consist of a blend of the following components:
- Compost: Rich in organic matter, compost provides nutrients and improves soil structure.
- Peat Moss or Coco Coir: These materials enhance water retention and aeration in the soil mix.
- Perlite or Vermiculite: Lightweight additives that improve drainage and prevent soil compaction.
- Organic Amendments: Such as bone meal, blood meal, fish meal, kelp meal, and rock phosphate, which provide specific nutrients essential for plant growth.
- Beneficial Microorganisms: Some organic fertilizers may contain beneficial bacteria and fungi that support nutrient cycling and enhance soil health.
- Natural Minerals: Such as greensand, rock dust, or gypsum, which provide micronutrients and improve soil structure.