Potting Soil

Garden Soil for container plants and indoor houseplants.

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Introduction

Potting soil blends peat, aged compost, and perlite to balance moisture retention with fast drainage. The mix supports root growth in pots that dry out quicker than ground beds. Check the label for balanced pH and added nutrients.

  • Organic content feeds roots for the first weeks after planting.
  • Perlite or pumice percentage controls aeration and weight.
  • Pre-fertilized blends reduce the need for early feeding.

Match these three factors to the plants you grow most often.

FAQs

Old soil may harbor pests or deplete nutrients; refresh with 25 % new mix and a slow-release fertilizer.

Keep bags sealed, off the ground, and in a cool, dry shed; avoid letting rain reach open bags.

No. Garden soil compacts in containers and drains poorly; potting soil is formulated for pots and raised beds.

A pH between 5.5 and 7.0 works for the majority of tropical foliage and flowering plants.

Most commercial mixes already contain perlite; add extra only if your plants prefer very fast drainage, such as succulents.