Gritty Vs. 511 for Eureka Lemon
Kelly(zone 10a, California) GrowingCitrus
7 years ago
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Comments (1)No, no sand, no clay. I would search this forum for "511 mix" or "Gritty Mix" and write down the formula for that. Yes, You'll want to re-pot into a a larger pot. Either resin, fiberglass or glazed pottery are good choices. Even plastic, but I would try to avoid black if you can. Fertilize your potted citrus about once a month. Many folks here really like DynaGro Foliage Pro for potted citrus. Water frequently when it's warm. And, place outside for as long as possible. You don't provide your Sunset zone in your GW info, so as long as you're not in an area that gets freezing temps, you can safely leave your tree outside all year 'round. Patty S....See More511 or gritty for meyer lemon ??
Comments (9)Josh I know what Al was saying. He seems to get a bit offended when anyone points out what is the downside or a situation where the Gritty mix may well not be the best or even an option. His argument is always what is best for the plant and I understand that but the plant isnt the only part of the equation. Then we are made to feel like we are jerks for not considering what is best for the plant. If i had the products I would love to mix and equal amount of both mixes and see just what the weight differences actually are. I think it would be good for people to really see that. Personally I quit suggesting soils types because of that. I just tell people to go to the container forum. Side note. How are your trees doing? havent seen an update lately. mike...See More5-1-1 vs. gritty potting mix
Comments (3)@greenman28, I live in Daly City, ca. I just transplanted my new meyer lemon tree with Dr. earths fruit tree soil and added micro fir bark with perlite to a bigger pot. I wish I would of known about the 5-1-1 or the gritty mix before I bought Dr. earths Soil. I hope it will do good in the mix I put it in (crossing fingers) once it was potted I immediately watered it with vitamin B1 to prevent transplant shock. Have you or Al thought of possibly collaborating and starting you own bagged growing medium business? Your very knowledgeable and I've read Great reviews on the 5-1-1 or gritty mix. Also i poured a capful of osmocote slow release fertilizer. Is it ok that isn't the plus kind? Thank you in advance....See MoreEureka lemon
Comments (4)No, don't use miracle grow. It's a terrible choice for citrus. I highly highly recommend a bark-based mix, such as the 5-1-1. Secondly, pot your citrus in a larger container. I have a terrible time trying to keep my variegated Eureka moist because it is underpotted. I am fertilizing all my citrus with Foliage Pro, 2.5 teaspoons per gallon. It's Summer...and these plants are hungry! Josh...See Moreponcirusguy6b452xx
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