Hello,

So I am going to be putting together an 18X18X24 enclosure to house 3 PDF's. I have been trying for about 2 weeks to find the stuff to make ABG mix but cannot seem to find tree fern fibre or orchid bark anywhere other than online and the shipping is rediculous. I am in Soutwestern Ontario Canada. I may be over analyzing this whole thing but I do not want to harm the frogs when they get in there but also want to make sure the plants have what they need with regards to proper soil.

This leads me to my questions ...

1. Can the tree fern fiber and orchid bark be substituted with other things and if so what?

2. What brand of Peat should I be looking for? Anyone have a particular one they have been using?

3. Is there any other soil that you have used bought straight from the store or green house that is PDF safe?

I am sure this has been asked before but I cannot seem to find a good solid answer other than to use ABG mix which would be great but it is looking grim in these parts. Thank You for taking the time to help.

Kevin