I've recently brought home a few indoor plants: a peace lily, snake plant, golden moth plant, caladium, and flamingo lily. After repotting them, I'm unsure if the soil I got from Dollarama is suitable for these plants. I'm looking for advice on both good soil types and fertilizers. Since I'm new to this, I'd also appreciate recommendations on where to buy quality soil and nutrients. My main goal is to keep my plants healthy and thriving!
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Peace lilies can definitely be a bit dramatic! If it starts drooping, don't panic; it just needs water. But make sure not to overwater it. Just wait until it shows signs of thirst before giving it a drink!
Since you have different plants, keep in mind that they have various substrate needs. For example, your snake plant will thrive in soil that’s mostly gritty, at least two-thirds of it. It's important to mix the right soils depending on your plants.
I generally use regular potting soil for my indoor plants, no special types needed. Just make sure you don’t use soil that retains too much moisture, or it could lead to root rot. Mixing in some perlite can really help with drainage!
Thanks for letting me know! I'll definitely consider mixing in perlite if I notice any moisture issues.