I'm gonna go with Deepsuthern on this one. The ORGANIC miracle grow compost and pearlite, is the easiest way to a healthy start. Bob is def. right about the low nute levels if you choose something else, but too much peat APPARENTLY can become a PITA.

Myself; You've been growing with sand for 5 yrs, maybe it hasnt been a 'problem' but has it done you any GOOD? I only ask because without a known benefit, why wouldnt you have dropped the sand back in the day?...Unless it's a fitness thing?



...%50 compost %50 pearlite has worked VERY WELL for me. I know the Stink factor agrees!