I have a couple of "parlor palms"----I think they are called. Should I mix in some sand with growers' mix potting soil, or do they grow OK without sand/
Best soil for potted palms?
Nov 26, 2006
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g'day geronimo,
just a good qulaity regular potting mix will do them nicely, maybe add some slow release fertiliser on a yearly basis.
With peace and brightest of blessings,
len
-- "Be Content With What You Have And May You Find Serenity and Tranquillity In A World That You May Not Understand."
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Should be fine without sand. Make sure the pots do not rest in drain-off water. Newly-potted plants should be watered less frequently than those that are pot-bound.
Instead of buying commercial potting mix, mix your own. See my .
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