Bob

The seed starting mix used straight holds a deceptive amount of water so, use your finger to test it. Also commercial seed start mix has no nutrients as excessive fertilizer is said to retard germination. although I generally do only organic gardening I've found regular(NOT organic I killed a prized banana with it.)miracle grow potting mix amended with( whatever I have around) sand and orchid bark etc for drainage works well for smaller potted bananas. Good luck.

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