Im done with the PH problems with Happy Frog.
Consistently Low PH 5.6-5.7
Looking at Purple Cow or Roots Organic
I grow in 3 gallon fabric pots with Jacks
Any suggestions ? I’m not looking to change my routine, just the Medium. Thanks, Dave
I love coco and Jacks.
First time I’ve laughed out loud at a topic title ![]()
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In all (never-completely) seriousness, you are not alone in feeling that way my friend.
Promix is the real “happy medium” between coco and soil. From what I’ve heard - anyone who starts using it falls in love with it.
Also, if you’re not looking to switch up your routine it’s far closer to soil than coco for watering frequently and pH.
Promix BX or Promix HP > mixed with additional rinsed perlite. It doesn’t have all the nutes premixed in so you’ll have to feed almost right away and more often than you would have using FFHF.
I hope you have better luck with the next medium you try - keep us posted and good luck! ![]()
I switched from FFOF to Roots Organic several years ago. The only change was that I don’t need to add perlite to Roots Organic. It is fine right out of the bag.
Thanks guys
Switched from FF to Coast of Maine this year, the pricing forced me to find an alternative. I can’t believe what these companies are trying to get for dirt.
How do you like coast of maine? I was interested in trying the bar harbor mix next grow
Thats good to hear. Best of luck with your garden.
Yeah I’m with you on the tanking PH FF issues. It’s ridiculously hard to keep it in check. I bought a bunch of it when I started back up and once it’s depleted I too am out.
It requires a ton of runoff to have any chance. Waste of time and waste of nutes.
I’m going promix. ![]()

