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FoxFarm Ocean Forest® Potting Soil

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Our most popular potting soil, Ocean Forest® is a powerhouse blend of aged forest products, sphagnum peat moss, earthworm castings, bat guano, fish emulsion, and crab meal. Aged forest products, sandy loam, and sphagnum peat moss give Ocean Forest® its light, aerated texture. Start with Ocean Forest® and watch your plants come alive! Designed for containers and ready to use right out of the bag. There’s no need for nitrogen fertilizers at first; instead try FoxFarm Big Bloom® Liquid Plant Food to get things started.

Whatever Your Plants Need, We've Got It!

Give your plants the best start with Gertens' selection of potting soil! Whether you're potting indoor plants, outdoor flowers, or vegetables, we have the perfect potting soil for every type of plant. Our high-quality soils are specially formulated to provide the nutrients and drainage your plants need to thrive.

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Container Gardens:
Fill container with soil 1 inch (2.5 cm) below top edge of the pot.
Water thoroughly after planting.
For best results, feed your plants with FoxFarm fertilizer products during growth and bloom seasons.

Houseplants:
Water thoroughly after planting.
For best results, feed with Grow Big® Liquid Plant Food.

Established Container Gardens:
Top dress a 3-inch (7.5 cm) layer of potting soil around existing plants and carefully work into the soil.
Water thoroughly.

Trees, Shrubs and Roses:
Select a container 2-3 times the diameter of the plant’s root mass and 3-6 inches (7.5-15 cm) deeper.
Place enough potting soil into the container so that the root mass is positioned at the correct height.
Secure plant in place while adding more potting soil around the root mass until the container is almost full.
Press firmly around perimeter of the plant and water thoroughly. Do not pack tightly.
Fill container to the top and water again.

Use FoxFarm Fertilizers & Liquid Plant Food concentrates in conjunction with our soil mixes.

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Product Questions (6)

Plants growing in pots should be repotted when the roots start growing out of the drain holes. Typically, the new pot should be just one size larger than the pot it’s been growing in. Never use garden soil in a pot. Always use a soilless container mix...
Yes, there are pots that can stay outside year-round. If you are looking for planters which can be set outside even in winter, take a look at Gertens’ assortment of wooden barrels, cast iron, and Crescent double walled plastic as possible options for...
Water the plant to be transplanted thoroughly. Next lay the plant on its side over some newspaper. Slide the plant out of its’ pot. Gently loosen any rootbound roots, tearing them apart. Next fill in your new pot partially, with your selected soil. Place...
Plastic pots are inexpensive, some in a huge range of sizes and colors, remain relatively cool throughout the growing season, and have excellent water retention. Terra Cotta pots are also more budget friendly and are excellent at wicking away extra ...
The type of soil to use will vary depending on the plants you wish to grow in the pot. Most of our houseplants and annuals will be very happy with our Green Loon potting soil or our Premium Container Mix. However, special types of plants need special...
For most pots, warm water, a gentle dish soap, and a plastic scrub brush will clean off any dirt from the pots. If you have hard water stains, a mix of ½ cup household vinegar in ½ gallon water will help to remove those tough white rings. A warm water...
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