Creating a successful indoor oasis begins below the surface. To ensure the vigor of your plants, always match the substrate to the specific needs of each species. While you can create your own blends using topsoil, peat moss, perlite, or vermiculite, specialized potting mixes offer a balanced and safe turn-key solution.
Pro Tip: Always pre-moisten your substrate before use (mix 3 parts potting soil with 1 part lukewarm water) to help it adhere better to the roots.
Choose the right potting soil for every plant
All-Purpose Potting Mix
This versatile blend meets the requirements of the most discerning gardeners. It is suitable for most container-grown plants, both indoors and outdoors during the summer, such as geraniums, begonias, potted vegetables, and fresh herbs.
- Healthy growth: Enriched with fertilizer to nourish your plants right from the start.
- Lush foliage: Formulated to stimulate photosynthesis and vibrant green color.
- Maximum aeration: Integrated perlite guarantees proper drainage.
African Violet (and Gesneriad) Potting Mix
This blend perfectly meets the delicate requirements of African Violets, Gloxinia, Streptocarpus, and other plants in this family.
- Vibrant blooms: Stimulates continuous, colorful flowering.
- Increased vigor: Enriched with fertilizer to support robust growth and healthy foliage.
- Strong root system: Promotes vigorous anchoring for long-lasting plants.
Cactus and Succulent Potting Mix
Succulents cannot tolerate standing water. This soil mimics their natural arid habitat for varieties such as Crassula, Aloe vera, and Echeveria.
- Fast drainage: A blend of sphagnum peat moss and sand prevents stagnant moisture buildup.
- Targeted nutrition: Enriched with fertilizer containing essential nutrients for succulent growth.
- Added stability: The sand provides the necessary weight to support top-heavy plants.
Orchid Potting Mix
Unlike other plants, orchids and epiphytes (Bromeliads, Anthuriums) require maximum air circulation around their roots.
- Fibrous structure: Composed of western bark and coconut husk chunks to prevent compaction.
- Water management: Offers the perfect balance of aeration and moisture retention.
Indoor Plant Potting Mix
This premium blend is specially formulated for tropical varieties such as Monstera, Philodendron, Ficus, Snake Plants, and Pothos.
- Exceptional vigor: Sphagnum peat moss base enriched with coconut fiber and natural fertilizer.
- Balanced drainage: Designed to maintain moisture without suffocating roots in an indoor environment.
Important note on fertilization: Since most of our specialized potting soils are already enriched with fertilizer, avoid adding extra plant food immediately after repotting. Wait 4 to 6 weeks before resuming your regular fertilization program to avoid burning young roots.
Optimize drainage with clay pebbles
Once you have chosen your soil, expanded clay pebbles become indispensable allies for root health. Use them in two strategic ways:
- Bottom drainage: Place a 2 to 3 cm layer of pebbles at the bottom of the pot before adding soil. This prevents water from pooling and protects against root rot.
- Ambient humidity: For tropical plants (ferns, orchids), place pebbles in a saucer under the pot and keep them wet. Evaporation creates a beneficial microclimate without overwatering the soil.
Ready for action?
Make sure you master the technical steps for stress-free repotting. Consult our complete guide to find out when and how to repot your indoor plants successfully.
How much potting soil do you need?
Plan the required volume based on your pot diameter to avoid any surprises:
- 10 cm pot: 0.5 litre
- 20 cm pot: 3 to 4 litres
- 30 cm pot: 9 to 10 litres
- 40 cm pot: 22 to 25 litres
- 50 cm pot: 55 litres
Your indoor plants brighten your daily life and purify your air. Since they can't live on love and water alone, give them the quality soil and drainage they deserve today!
