Description

Premium Chunky Aroid Potting Mix | 5L

Built for plants that don’t like sitting in wet soil.

Monsteras. Philodendrons. Anthuriums. Pothos.

Many of our favourite houseplants naturally grow climbing trees or rooting into loose organic matter where water drains quickly and fresh air reaches the roots.

Our Premium Chunky Aroid Potting Mix is designed to recreate those conditions in a container by combining chunky and fine ingredients that work together to improve drainage, moisture retention and airflow.

Every bag is hand mixed individually and ready to use straight from the bag.

Why we made this mix

Chunky potting mixes have become incredibly popular over the last few years.

For good reason.

Many aroids don’t enjoy sitting in dense, compacted soil that stays wet for long periods.

But we also don’t believe a pot should be filled with nothing but bark.

Healthy roots need oxygen, moisture and support.

That’s why we designed this mix to create large air spaces while still retaining enough moisture for healthy root growth.

It’s about balance.

Potting soil isn’t the same as soil outside.

Outside, worms, insects, roots and the weather are constantly loosening and aerating the soil.

Inside a pot, none of that happens.

Over time, ordinary potting soil can settle, reducing airflow around the roots and making watering less forgiving.

That’s why indoor potting mixes shouldn’t just be dirt.

They should be designed for life in a container.

Our Chunky Aroid Mix combines ingredients of different sizes to create a healthier root environment while still providing the moisture your plants need.

Healthy roots grow healthier plants.

Great for

• Monstera
• Philodendron
• Anthurium
• Pothos
• Syngonium
• Rhaphidophora
• Scindapsus
• Epipremnum
• Most climbing and epiphytic aroids

It also works well for many tropical plants that appreciate additional drainage and airflow around the roots.

Complete Ingredient List

• Large Pine Bark
• Small Pine Bark
• Coco Chunks
• LECA
• Satsuma
• Perlite
• Peat Moss
• Coco Coir
• Worm Castings
• Crustacean Meal
• Kelp Meal
• Fishbone Meal
• Nutricote Controlled Release Fertilizer

Why this blend works

No single ingredient can do everything.

Large ingredients create air spaces around the roots.

Smaller ingredients help distribute moisture throughout the pot.

Organic ingredients help support healthy root growth.

Controlled release Nutricote provides a steady supply of nutrients over time.

Together they create a chunky mix that’s airy, balanced and ready to use without buying or mixing separate ingredients.

Every bag is hand mixed individually.

We don’t make giant batches and divide them into bags.

Every Plant King bag is hand mixed individually using the same recipe before it’s packaged.

It takes longer, but it helps keep every bag consistent from the first scoop to the last.

Customize it to suit your plants.

Every home is different.

Every grower waters differently.

That’s why many growers like adjusting their soil.

Prefer a slightly finer mix?

Blend in our Premium General Purpose & Seed Potting Mix.

Want even more chunk?

Add extra orchid bark, coco chunks or LECA.

Your plants. Your growing style.

How to use

Choose a pot with drainage holes.

Add enough mix to support the root ball, position your plant, then backfill around the roots without packing the mix tightly.

Water thoroughly until excess water drains away.

Then let your plant tell you when it’s ready to be watered again.

Watering Tips

A chunky mix dries differently than standard potting soil.

The surface may look dry while there’s still moisture deeper in the pot.

Before watering again, check below the surface instead of judging by the top layer alone.

No potting mix can completely prevent overwatering, but giving roots more oxygen and better drainage makes watering more forgiving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this for Monstera?

Absolutely. Monsteras are one of the plants this mix was designed for.

Can I use it for Philodendrons and Anthuriums?

Yes. It’s suitable for most climbing and epiphytic aroids that appreciate a chunky, well-aerated root environment.

Can I make it a little finer?

Definitely. Many growers blend in our Premium General Purpose & Seed Potting Mix to create a texture that better suits their plants and watering habits.

Is it ready to use?

Yes. Simply open the bag and plant.

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