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prayin granny
True Blue Farmgirl
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Linda
Kansas
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 Posted - Mar 10 2014 : 07:02:20 AM
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Anyone know of a good commercial brand that's not tied with Monsanto?
I live in an apt and do some container herbs/Vegs on my balcony.
I'm using organic seed and want a good soil mix that preferably isn't made by Monsanto  and it's companies?
Any thoughts sure appreciated!
Blessings,
Linda
http://grannysbirds.blogspot.com/
Country at Heart
'For I know the plans I have for you......'
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brightmeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
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Brenda
Lucas
Ohio
USA
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Posted - Mar 10 2014 : 5:57:20 PM
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I've been on the lookout for seed starter mix recipes, and what I am finding is 1 part vermiculite, 1 part perlite, and 2 to 4 parts spaghum moss or coir.
I've also seen some recipes that include compost. I have no idea which brands are or are not tied to Monsanto- the vermiculite and perlite are sold at home stores like Home Depot and Lowes, but who owns these companies?
The compost needs to be "cooked" so it doesn't have weed seed in it. Since I don't have livestock, it takes a while to cold-compost, so I'm cautious.
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
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prayin granny
True Blue Farmgirl
1874 Posts
Linda
Kansas
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Posted - Mar 10 2014 : 9:10:20 PM
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Good luck to is both, Brenda!
Happy gardening!
Was such a beautiful spring like day today here, at last!!
Blessings,
Linda
http://grannysbirds.blogspot.com/
Country at Heart
'For I know the plans I have for you......'
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TeresaJ25
True Blue Farmgirl
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Teresa
Medford
NY
USA
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Posted - Mar 12 2014 : 5:07:01 PM
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It never occurred to me that my organic mix could be tied to Monsanto. YIKES! Would it say it on the package?
I did read the same thing Brenda about vermiculite, perlite mixture. It's too late this year, but I'm writing it down in my garden journal for next year!
~Teresa
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