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title: "For anyone who would be interested: most of my plants seem to like…"
description: "For anyone who would be interested: most of my plants seem to like well draining soil. So what I did, since I found several suggestions on what to use, I got 8…"
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author: "Melissa"
published: "2023-07-04T14:43:52.492Z"
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# For anyone who would be interested: most of my plants seem to like…

_Posted by Melissa on 2023-07-04_

For anyone who would be interested: most of my plants seem to like well draining soil. So what I did, since I found several suggestions on what to use, I got 8 oz bags of the following: cactus mix, orchid mix, seed starting soil and perlite. I then grabbed one of the re-useable grocery bags that I had and dumped them all in and mixed it up. I use it for all my plants and they seem to really be happy in it. Oh, and don’t forget the top off of pebbles to help keep the gnats away. I have to admit, I’m rather proud of my research and what I’ve accomplished so far in a short time (1-2 months).

## 5 comments

### Brandon \& Michelle commented on 2023-07-04

Amazing! The pebbles on top is a great idea. I use probably the same ingredients but I just buy the components separately. So I use Orchid Bark, Pumice, Perlite, Charcoal, Coco Coir, Earthworm Castings and use different variations for all of my aroids. They’ve been thriving :)

#### Melissa replied on 2023-07-04

It’s so rewarding to find the right combination to help your plants thrive.

### Ava commented on 2023-07-04

Thank you for that combo I knew I needed new combo, but I was too lazy for the research lol

#### Brandon \& Michelle replied on 2023-07-04

\*also, I used ChatGPT to influence my composition too for the specific plants

#### Melissa replied on 2023-07-04

You are most welcome.

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