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Help Me Pick Soils

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Posted 8 years 1 month ago #41534
I bought a starter kit with 4 different tree species and some are getting big enough to be repotted into their own planter. I¡¯ve done some research and found that different tree types require different soil mixtures, but I want to make sure I¡¯m getting the best soil for each of my trees. If it matters, I live in the suburbs of Philadelphia - we get all 4 seasons, our Summers get hot (it can approach the mid/upper 90s on some days, but usually stays in the 70s or 80s) and our Winters get cold (it can approach 0 degrees sometimes, especially with windchills, and snow is pretty consistent).

So my question is - what kind of soil do I need for...

1) Delonix Regia?

2) Black Poui?

3) Pinus Aristata?

4) Picea Abies?

I prefer ordering through Amazon, unless they really have nothing or there¡¯s a much better alternative. Thanks in advance!
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Posted 8 years 1 month ago #41535
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Posted 8 years 1 month ago #41536
NOTE: Delonix Regia is a tropical, so winter protection is needed.
and...
some organic component in your mix can help it feel happy.
From Amazon, a good choice in general is:
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