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I agree with Hector, keep it simple. I am in the process of trying a new mix for my Ficus. 25% Turface, 25% lava rock, and 50% pine bark. I don't know about DriZit but a lot of commercial products break down quickly in soil so be sure of what you are using. If your soil is free draining and doesn't compact the roots it is probably okay but you don't need five ingredients to have good soil for Ficus. Your climate has a lot to do with your soil mix as well.

14-Aug-2005	#3
sauce Still Learning Join Date: Aug-2004 Location: Florida Country: USA USDA Zone: 9 AHS Heat Zone: ? Posts: 744	I agree with Hector, keep it simple. I am in the process of trying a new mix for my Ficus. 25% Turface, 25% lava rock, and 50% pine bark. I don't know about DriZit but a lot of commercial products break down quickly in soil so be sure of what you are using. If your soil is free draining and doesn't compact the roots it is probably okay but you don't need five ingredients to have good soil for Ficus. Your climate has a lot to do with your soil mix as well.