potting soil

Get the dirt on our soil!

  We have our own special blend of potting soil called Wenke Blend. Wenke Blend is very lightweight to provide aeration while also having good water retention abilities. It has the best ratio of peat, perlite and other ingredients that the plants need. No fertilizer is added to the mix so you can add your own based on the plants you are using.  Wenke Blend is the best soil to use in container gardens and many customers even use a half and half mix of Wenke Blend …

Bed Preparation Recipe for Annuals and Perennials

Customers who use the Wenke recipe have only one common experience, their plants look and bloom like three-year old established plants in only one season!   Try experimenting and see what you can cook up: Site – Select an area then take note whether it’s located in full sun, part sun or shade.  Specific plants require varying amounts of sunlight and moisture for proper growth. Prep – If necessary remove sod and till soil to loosen and aerate. Amendments – Add …