How to use your OllaPot
OllaPots are ideal for container gardening, but would work equally well in raised beds or open soil. This is a quick guide to get you up and running with your new OllaPot. Please email us if you need more help or guidance.
1. Gather everything for your new plant up.
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OllaPot – choose the size that best suits your application
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Potting mix – we like a mix of potting soil, compost and palm peat
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Pot for planting – pots, troughs or even a raised bed
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Plants - herbs, vegggies etc
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Drainage materials - stones, gravel
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Mulch – Bark, straw wood chips. This is optional but highly recommended
2. Pot Preparation
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Add the drainage material to the pot. Add some of the potting mix to a level where the neck of the OllaPot will stand proud once the pot is filled
3. Planting your OllaPot
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Cover the neck of the OllaPot with newspaper, using an elastic to secure it. This stops soil and mulch getting into the pot while planting.
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Place the OllaPot in the pot as desired and fill up with the remaining potting mix.
4. Planting your plants
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Plant your selected plants around the OllaPot. Resist the urge to overcrowd your pot. Now is a good time to water each young plant before mulching.
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Add mulch and fill up the OllaPot. You’re Done!