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Best Soil for Houseplants: The Complete Guide to Potting Mix
Using the wrong soil is one of the most common reasons houseplants fail — garden soil compacts in pots, and standard potting mix is often too moisture-retentive for succulents or too dense for aroids. This complete guide explains the difference between potting mix and potting soil, the role of every major soil amendment (perlite, bark, coco coir, sphagnum moss), and exactly which mix to use for tropical houseplants, succulents, orchids, aroids, and ferns.