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title: "Hey everyone! Just a quick soil question! I know you’re not supposed…"
description: "Hey everyone! Just a quick soil question! I know you’re not supposed to water a plant till it’s fully dry, but the soil in my snake plant and in my bird of…"
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author: "Lindsey"
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# Hey everyone! Just a quick soil question! I know you’re not supposed…

_Posted by Lindsey on 2023-07-30_

Hey everyone!

Just a quick soil question! I know you’re not supposed to water a plant till it’s fully dry, but the soil in my snake plant and in my bird of paradise has not dried in over a month. I’m worried about root rot and overwatering, but I’m not sure what to do.

Is there a preferred soil for certain plants? Or should I add rocks for drainage?

Thanks in advance!

## 5 comments

### Annai C. commented on 2023-07-30

Definitely check the draining on the soil! I usually take a stick and poke it. I did have to repot my bird of paradise because the soil was too compacted. She likes a tropical mix with sand, moss, bark and perlite.

#### Lindsey replied on 2023-07-30

Thanks so much! I’ll try the holes first and plan to repot soon

### Gabby commented on 2023-07-30

I agree w the above. Ur soil must be too compacted. Either repot or poke holes into the soil and move it around a bit.

### Bigredamazon commented on 2023-07-30

Snake plants are practically succulents. I have mine in a cactus mix that is nice and airy. It does take a little bit for it to dry out, though. Check on the app and Google to see what plant likes what soil. Just might mean you need to add some perlite or orchid bark.

### Mya commented on 2023-07-30

Soil needs to be able to drain better. I know the soil from some stores is so bad so I change mine when I bring it home.

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