What type of soil for a passi in a container? (and other ?s)

I am finally going to make the leap and pot up my mollissima outdoors. Before I do, I want to ask a few questions. . . .

1. Do I harden them off like I would regular plants or do they need more time to get adjusted?
2. What type of soil do I use in the container?
3. How tall do they need to be before I start training them on a trellis. Right now they are about 6" tall with 3-4 true leaves each.

If anyone can answer one or all of my questions, I would be appreciative!

Thanks, Jennifer

Jennifer,for the soil i would use 3/4 perlite and 1/4 good potting soil.
gordo is the expert, hopefully she'll be along soon

This message was edited Apr 3, 2008 6:09 AM

I was told when I first started to use 1/2 cactus soil and 1/2 potting soil. I hate paying for cactus soil which is mainly sand, perlite, and potting soil so I just make my own now and use that.

I use 50% Perlite to 50% Miracle Grow potting soil.
I recommend both so often, I should be getting a commission from both companies! LOL!!!!