Kartuz Greenhouses

Remove lumps and twigs from the peatmoss by sifting it through half-inch mesh hardware cloth. Moisten the perlite with the water and the thoroughly mix all the ingredients together. The amount of perlite can be varied to make a heavier or lighter mix. Fine or medium orchid bark can be added for an even lighter mix for epiphytic plants. In areas of alkaline water it is suggested that less ground limestone be used. 1/4 teaspoon of a high analysis soluble fertilizer can be dissolved in the water to give new transplants a boost. A 5 pot holds about a quart.