SOIL LOYALTY TYPE
It’s not just dirt. It’s a foundation. And if it sucks, so will your plant.
Soil isn’t optional — it’s mission-critical. You mess this up, and no amount of light or water will save your leafy friend. The wrong mix drowns roots, traps pests, or dries out faster than you can say “what happened?” This breakdown helps you figure out the exact kind of terrain your plant wants to grow like a beast.
What It Means:
Most people treat soil like an afterthought — but it’s the foundation. If your plant’s in the wrong mix, it doesn’t matter how much light or love it gets. This section breaks down what kind of texture, drainage, and water retention your plant actually wants. No sludge. No fluff. Just what works..
Rocky Rebel:
Drain fast or GTFO.
For plants that hate wet feet and love the grind.
🧠 Pro Tip: Great for succulents, cacti, and other desert punks. Mix should be gritty, lean, and ruthless with drainage.
Chunky Craver:
Wants texture, not sludge.
A good mix of bark, perlite, and grit to keep things breezy.
🧠 Pro Tip: Think aroids and orchids — they want airflow around roots. Go chunky or go home.
Balanced Baddie:
Holds just enough water to stay cool.
Perfect equilibrium between drainage and retention.
🧠 Pro Tip: For your average tropical houseplant. Moist but not muddy. You’re walking a fine line — use light compost and perlite.
Swamp Soul:
Loves the mud. Hates being dry.
Thrives in heavy, damp conditions. Keep it moist or it’ll riot.
🧠 Pro Tip: Carnivores and ferns live here. Use peat, coco coir, and keep the tray full. Don’t let this one dry out — ever.
BONUS 'SOIL' TAG
Semi-Hydro Hustler:
Built for LECA, PON, or other low-maintenance water setups. Only shows up when the plant actually thrives without dirt.
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Our Soil Loyalty Type shows up in every Plant King care guide — so you know what kind of mix your plant actually needs.
We don’t do “one bag fits all.” Get the right blend for your grow style.
