Fresh Forage

[G-pigs101]

Hi
I've heard some things about people growing things like herbs and grass for their piggies to eat fresh. I started growing some grass and coriander(I'm getting basil soon) and I am thinking about eventually making an area in my pigs cage with the fresh grass and herbs for him to forage and eat fresh stuff. I was just wondering if there is a specific type of soil to use so its safe or if you have any tips or things to avoid.
Thanks.

 

[Siikibam]

I’m not sure on the type of soil. I’ll be using some compost I got last year, I think that should be fine. I don’t know anything you need to avoid either really. Good luck.

 

[Robin_]

Generally anything added to the soil is just to benefit the plant while it’s alive so there’s no harm with using a soil with added ferts. Just try to stay away from stuff with added pesticides (if that’s even a thing?). I personally use whatever potting soil we have lying around.

 

[JayfeathersPets]

As long as the soil is chemical free and has no fertiliser it should be fine. If you want to add a fertiliser, guinea pig droppings work well as a fertiliser and obviously it is safe.

 

[G-pigs101]

Ok thanks for the help .