JF ABG 4 QT

Josh’s Frogs ABG Mix is the perfect blend for growing tropical plants both in the home and in bioactive vivariums. Our mix is the original ABG Mix developed by the Atlanta Botanical Garden. Each bag is a precise mixture of charcoal, milled sphagnum moss, fir bark, tree fern, and peat. The mixture creates the perfect balance between retaining moisture and proper drainage; it can last for several years if used properly!

PLANTS THRIVE: Recipe from the Atlanta Botanical Gardens proven for decades to accommodate a huge variety of plants, especially tropicals and houseplants
LONG LASTING: Specifically designed to break down slowly, making it prime for use in terrariums/vivariums
BIO-BALANCED: Each of the multiple ingredients in this precise mix support a balanced ecosystem
EXCELLENT FOR CULTURING: Great for springtails, isopods, and other similar insects
THESE 3 LETTERS PRODUCE BIG RESULTS - You won't be disappointed if you give it a try. Also check out our full line of other substrates!
How to Prep: Pre mix the bag before adding the ABG Mix to the terrarium. Also, wet the substrate with distilled or reverse osmosis water before using it for cleaner moving; the moisture helps cut down on dust.

Recommended Animals:

Dart Frogs
Most Tree Frogs
Bumblebee Toads
Mantellas
Plus many other reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates
Recommended Plants: ABG is a great substrate for most tropical plants, but make sure to match your plants’ needs to your pets’ environment! ABG can also be used outside the vivarium to grow houseplants!

Tropical Plant Kits for Animals
All Tropical Plants
Suitable for Misted Setups: Yes! Josh’s Frogs ABG Mix has good drainage, yet retains the right amount of moisture when used in conjunction with False Bottom and Substrate Barrier in a misted setup.

Care: ABG Mix is a naturalistic vivarium substrate and is meant to house a bioactive clean up crew! Use ABG with False Bottom, Substrate Barrier, Sphagnum Moss, and Leaf Litter to create a naturalistic vivarium.

For more information on naturalistic vivarium substrates and how to properly use them, please read our how-to guide  Vivariums: From the Ground Up.

Tank Size    Quarts
10 gallon vertical    
4

10 gallon horizontal    8
12x12x12 terrarium    4
12x12x18 terrarium    4
20 gallon high vertical    8
20 gallon long vertical    4
20 gallon high horizontal    8
20 gallon long horizontal    12
29 gallon horizontal    12
18x18x18 terrarium    8
18x18x24 terrarium    8
24x18x18 terrarium    16
24x18x24 terrarium    16
24x18x36 terrarium    16
40 gallon breeder    16
36x18x18 terrarium    16
36x18x24 terrarium    16
36x18x36 terrarium    16
55 gallon    16
75 gallon    20