Quintessential for tropical and leafy houseplants, this repotting mix has the perfect blend of fine-graded coco coir, vermiculite, oxygenating perlite & root-stimulating worm castings to promote healthier foliage and a stronger root system. This is essentially a 'multi-purpose' potting mix for indoor plants that's guaranteed to be pest-free (unlike other soil mixes)! 🪴
✅ Fungus Gnat Free Composition: Grow your houseplant with confidence, knowing there will be no flies or insects in the mix when it arrives! We store our potting mixes for two weeks before confirming they are bug free.
✅ Reduces Environmental Shock: Formulated to help mitigate abiotic (environmental) stress, this mix provides a stable and nutrient-rich environment, helping these plants adapt to indoor conditions with reduced risk of shock.
✅ Crafted in the UK: Proudly made in the UK with a focus on quality and sustainability, this potting mix reflects the expertise of local craftsmanship, ensuring your houseplant receives the best possible care.
✅ The potting mix has a pH Balance of 7.
✅ Vegan, peat-free & no animal cruelty.
✅ Once opened, it'll remain fresh for at least twelve months when stored in a dry, cool cabinet/shelf.
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Don't know the size of your new pot yet? Simply measure the pot's top diameter to find the perfect amount of compost you'll need for repotting.
| Size (Litres) | Ideal for... |
| 1L | 13cm pots or smaller |
| 5L | 14cm - 20cm pots |
| 10L | 21cm - 28cm pots |
| 15L | 29cm - 35cm pots |
| 25L | 36cm pots or larger, or for multiple repottings! |
As a general rule of thumb, most houseplants will like to be repotted every three years. The only exception to this rule are Cacti or Succulents that are over 15 years old, along with Carnivorous Plants that prefer to remain in their original growing medium. If, however, you've noticed your houseplant is beginning to wilt or curl (even though the soil is moist), this could be a sign of root rot so you must repot immediately.
Selecting the bio-active selection incorporates both Worm Castings, which both will help with the overall health of your new potting mix. The soil will promote a better relationship with the root system, which in turn will aid the plant’s wellbeing, photosynthesis and ability to deal with pests/diseases like root rot!
Yes! There are no issues in terms of affecting a houseplant's health by repotting during the autumn or winter. Most houseplants aren't subjected to the seasonal changes or growth patterns as seen with outdoor plants.
Leaf loss on a houseplant is either root rot or insufficient amount of light. The latter is rather easy to fix as all that's needed is to relocate the plant closer to a window. A good note to point out is that the plant can grow well in partial sunlight, so north, east or west-facing windows are ideal for pretty much all houseplants currently on the market. If, however, your plant continues to lose its leaves, there could be a chance that root rot is at play. Read the next paragraph to learn more about how to address this issue.
Yes! So, it's advised to repot your plant as soon as symptoms of root rot arises. Common symptoms could be rapidly yellowing leaves, browned new leaves that don't emerge successfully, and/or potential soil mould. Houseplants grown more than 3m from a window are most likely to develop root rot, which can have symptoms of sudden leaf-loss, too. We recommend to take the plant from the pot and scan the outer edge of the potting mix. Root rot will look like brown, flat/deflated and can easily be pulled off from the soil (with little difficulty). There could be a slight 'earthy' smell to the soil, too. Healthy roots will be cream, light-brown or red in colour and should feel plump pinched. Follow the next steps to repotting your root rotted houseplant with one of the options;
Option 1: If more less than 20% of the roots have rotten, remove the dead roots with scissors and replant it back into its original pot, using fresh new this compost.
Option 2: If roughly between 20% - 80% of the roots have rotten, We recommend removing the dead roots and repot into a smaller pot. One that is around 3-5cm smaller in diameter is best, along with using this potting mix.
Option 3: If more than 80% of the roots have rotten, it's recommended to take stem cuttings and root them in either water or soil to 'restart' the root system.
We always recommend watering your houseplant around 12 hours before potting so that the plant is hydrated and strong enough for its repot. If you forget to water beforehand, it's not the end of the world as long as you're very gentle with the root system. It's also advised to wait two days before giving the plant another water again, just so it gives enough time for your plant to settle into its new home.
It's best to keep the lid of the potting mix slightly ajar by around 20% to help it have aeration while in storage. The best place to store the potting mix is in a cool, dark shelf or cabinet until you need it next.
Repotting indoor houseplants requires a professional, pest-free, anti-fungus-gnat repotting mix that improves drainage and air flow, prevents soil pests, helps avoid moisture build-up, and stops leaf loss, with guidance on how to repot indoor plants, when to repot, how often to repot, gently removing old compacted soil, trimming dying roots, refreshing the potting mix, choosing a container with drainage, preventing overwatering, and monitoring early root rot symptoms such as curling leaves, yellowed leaves, browning tips, wilting despite moisture, mushy stems, foul-smelling soil, blackened or dying roots, essential for rescuing distressed plants, especially the top fifty houseplants commonly associated with root rot including Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant), Monstera adansonii, Pothos (Devil’s Ivy), Philodendron hederaceum (Heartleaf Philodendron), Philodendron birkin, Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum), Snake Plant (Sansevieria), ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia), Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata), Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica), Weeping Fig (Ficus benjamina), Aloe vera, Jade Plant (Crassula ovata), Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum), Boston Fern (Nephrolepis), Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum), Calathea orbifolia, Calathea triostar, Maranta (Prayer Plant), Stromanthe, Dieffenbachia (Dumb Cane), Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen), Dracaena marginata, Dracaena fragrans, Dracaena compacta, Yucca, Schefflera (Umbrella Plant), Hoya species, Pilea peperomioides (Chinese Money Plant), Anthurium, Strelitzia (Bird of Paradise), Peperomia species, Fittonia (Nerve Plant), Begonia varieties, Alocasia species, Colocasia (Elephant Ear), Syngonium (Arrowhead Plant), Tradescantia, Rubber Tree, Norfolk Pine, Indoor Citrus, Orchids (Phalaenopsis), Bromeliads, African Violet, Kentia Palm, Areca Palm, Parlor Palm, Norfolk Pine, and Ponytail Palm, and using the right repotting mix ensures long-term health, pest-free soil, stronger roots, and future-proof growth.