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The science: how it works
Carbon Plus potting mix
There are several natural elements in soil, many of which are absorbed by plants and converted into available nutrients.
Of the chemical elements naturally present in your soil, the major ones that affect plant health include Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K). The levels of these three nutrients are called the NPK Ratio.
All three of these nutrients are naturally produced when bacteria break down the organic matter in potting mix, compost, or soil. NPK plays a highly important role in fuelling the photosynthesis process and aiding the growth of leaves, root systems, new shoots, and flowers. Carbon Plus’s Potting Mix is the perfect balance of all essential chemicals, ensuring strong and successful plant growth.
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Contact the potting mix experts at Carbon Plus Compost.
Benefits of our potting mix
- Excellent drainage due to ideal soil structure (air-filled porosity), which minimises compaction in pots and raised gardens
- Contains composted organic material which helps with water retention, nutrient release and retention, and suppression of plant pathogen growth by creating stronger roots and healthier plants
- Perfect for all small to medium-potted plants
Frequently asked questions
What is potting mix?
Carbon Plus Compost’s Potting Mix is a combination of key minerals and organic material that are beneficial to the growth of plants. The goal of our potting mix is to replicate the ideal soil conditions for groups of plants. While plants from some specific regions will prefer sandy or clay soils, most plants are looking for rich and fertile soil that is relatively loose, drains easily and contain a good amount of decomposing organic matter for extra nutrients.
What are the secondary and trace elements in potting mix?
Aside from NPK, there are many other elements present in soil and potting mix that can contribute to plant health. The ones that are required in larger quantities – Sulphur (S), Calcium (Ca) and Magnesium (Mg) – can be thought of as Secondary Elements. Other elements – like Iron, Zinc or Calcium – are only needed in trace amounts. Adding more than that trace amount can often cause negative effects.
What should a good potting mix do?
The goal of a good potting mix is three-fold:
- Hold moisture and nutrients around a plant's roots
- Provide enough air for growing roots to be able to breathe
- Support the plant and anchor the roots