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Welcome to a professional, pest-free Pothos & Hoya Soil Mix that has a fantastic blend of Coconut Coir, Perlite, Vermiculite, LECA and additional worm castings to reduce the risk of under-watering & replicate its epiphytic habitat in the natural world. Suitable for ALL varieties of Pothos, such as Cebu, Marble Queen, N'Joy and the Satin Pothos. Hoya varieties include Australis, Carnosa, Kerrii, Linearis, Pubicalyx & others! Invest in your houseplants with the solid foundation of our ukhouseplants potting mixes. 🪴 

Key Features:

• 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.
• LECA: Creates small air-pockets to help control moisture retention within the potting mix for the plant to uptake. 
• Perlite: The perlite will act like small structural 'pillars' that'll promote better aeration within the potting mix to prevent root rot & compaction. This is very important for this group of houseplant due to their delicate root systems. 
• Vermiculite: Encourages a more reliable level of soil moisture to help the root system grow, along with the added benefit of keeping the soil slightly warmer to promote quicker growth rates throughout the year.
• (Optional) Enriched with Worm Castings: Organic worm castings enhance soil fertility and encourage microbial activity, promoting healthy root development and boosting overall plant vitality. This is the secret ingredient to a happy indoor houseplant. You will never have worms in the soil, just their doorless castings that cannot be seen from the naked eye.
• 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 Pothos or Hoya receives the best possible care.
• The potting mix has a pH Balance of 6.4.
• Once opened, it'll remain fresh for at least twelve months when stored in a dry, cool cabinet/shelf. 

Suitable Plants for This Potting Mix:

Pothos, Epipremnum & Scindapsus (Devil's Ivy)

• Golden Pothos (Devil’s Ivy, Epipremnum aureum)
• Marble Queen Pothos (Epipremnum aureum 'Marble Queen')
• Neon Pothos (Epipremnum aureum 'Neon')
• Jade Pothos (Epipremnum aureum 'Jade')
• Manjula Pothos (Epipremnum aureum 'Manjula')
• Cebu Blue Pothos (Epipremnum pinnatum)
• Jessenia Pothos (Epipremnum aureum 'Jessenia')
• Baltic Blue Pothos (Dragon Tail Pothos, Epipremnum pinnatum)
• N’Joy Pothos (Pixie Pothos)
• Scindapsus pictus ‘Argyraeus’ (Silver Pothos, Satin Pothos)
• Scindapsus pictus ‘Exotica’ (Silver Splash Pothos)
• Scindapsus pictus ‘Silvery Ann’ (Silver Queen)
• & more...

Hoya

Sizes:

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!

FAQs

How Often Do I Need To Repot My Pothos or Hoya?

We recommend to repot it once every three years, using a fresh batch of potting mix with the next sized pot. The only time that you may need to repot more often is if your plant is suffering from root rot. (Read the fourth question)

Can I Repot These Plants in the Autumn or Winter?

Yes! Repotting Pothos or Hoya during the colder months of the year is safe practice & doesn't increase the likelihood of transplant shock or root rot (compared to transplanting in spring or summer).

Will Repotting My Pothos or Hoya Help with Yellowing Leaves?

Yellowing leaves are often accompanied by root rot, so repotting your specimen will certainly help. Read the following question to learn more on what to do if your plant has caught this disease.

 

Is This Potting Mix Suitable for a Pothos or Hoya with Root Rot?

Yes! So, it's advised to repot your plant as soon as symptoms of root rot arises. Symptoms include rapidly yellowing leaves, browned new leaves that don't emerge successfully, and potential soil mould. Those 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 will feel twig-like when lightly pinched. Follow the next steps to repotting your root rotted plant 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.

Should I Water My Houseplant Before or After Repotting?

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. 

How to Store This Potting Mix

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.

Is This Potting Mix Suitable for Pothos or Hoya Cuttings?

Yes. You can use this potting mix to pot-up unrooted or already-rooted cuttings via propagation.

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Houseplant Advice?

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