Would succulent soil work for my Krimson Princess?
2ft to light, indirect
4” pot with drainage
Last watered 6 months ago
6
Hello, I would let it root for a bit longer before potting and possibly root in perlite instead so the roots have less of a shock before potting in soil.
Don't use cactus soil for hoyas. Instead use whatever indoor soil you use, but make it chunky with perlite, orchid bark, and even better if you have some, coco coir chips.
Hoyas are epiphytic so using well draining chunky soil is necessary.
Including my loooong soil post 🤓 with links below, but get what you can, when you can, but at minimum, add orchid bark and perlite (about a $15 investment total) but will save your plants from root rot generally.
@LegitCloudberry @BusyPotato10
Don't use cactus soil for hoyas. Instead use whatever indoor soil you use, but make it chunky with perlite, orchid bark, and even better if you have some, coco coir chips.
Hoyas are epiphytic so using well draining chunky soil is necessary.
Including my loooong soil post 🤓 with links below, but get what you can, when you can, but at minimum, add orchid bark and perlite (about a $15 investment total) but will save your plants from root rot generally.
@LegitCloudberry @BusyPotato10
Different types of plants require different soil needs.
When I was a very #NewPlantMom I didn't realize the importance of soil and ended up with a lot of root rot.
Most plants require good drainage so the roots don't stay wet which leads to root rot. Chunky soil mix helps with aeration so your roots can breathe and helps mimic natural growing environments.
If you have indoor plants or container plants, make sure you're using indoor/potting/container soil.
Some great staples to keep in stock to mix in whatever soil mix you have as a base.
Get what you can, when you can, but orchid bark and perlite are inexpensive and should be a staple in your aroid soil mixes. NO need to buy expensive pre-mixes, you can buy staples and create your own mix, adding certain items for plants that need more of something.
Perlite:
helps with drainage and aeration, the coarser the better
🪱Worm Castings:
increase soil's water retention, improve soil aeration
🌳Orchid Bark:
helps with aeration and drainage. I heavily use for my philos, hoyas, pothos, and monsteras. Don't buy the chunky one, those are too big. Instead, get the ones with fir, charcoal, and coarse perlite mixed in the bag.
Coco Coir CHIPS:
helps with aeration and drainage. Adds instant chunkiness to soil mix.
Coco Coir:
helps with aeration and drainage. If your base soil doesn't contain this, it's a great addition to your soil mix.
Charcoal:
Protects soil and roots from bacterial and fungal growth
Mycorrhizal Hormone:
Mycorrhizae form a symbiotic relationship with plant roots, enhancing nutrient uptake, water absorption, and overall root health for stronger plants.
When I was a very #NewPlantMom I didn't realize the importance of soil and ended up with a lot of root rot.
Most plants require good drainage so the roots don't stay wet which leads to root rot. Chunky soil mix helps with aeration so your roots can breathe and helps mimic natural growing environments.
If you have indoor plants or container plants, make sure you're using indoor/potting/container soil.
Some great staples to keep in stock to mix in whatever soil mix you have as a base.
Get what you can, when you can, but orchid bark and perlite are inexpensive and should be a staple in your aroid soil mixes. NO need to buy expensive pre-mixes, you can buy staples and create your own mix, adding certain items for plants that need more of something.
Perlite:
helps with drainage and aeration, the coarser the better
🪱Worm Castings:
increase soil's water retention, improve soil aeration
🌳Orchid Bark:
helps with aeration and drainage. I heavily use for my philos, hoyas, pothos, and monsteras. Don't buy the chunky one, those are too big. Instead, get the ones with fir, charcoal, and coarse perlite mixed in the bag.
Coco Coir CHIPS:
helps with aeration and drainage. Adds instant chunkiness to soil mix.
Coco Coir:
helps with aeration and drainage. If your base soil doesn't contain this, it's a great addition to your soil mix.
Charcoal:
Protects soil and roots from bacterial and fungal growth
Mycorrhizal Hormone:
Mycorrhizae form a symbiotic relationship with plant roots, enhancing nutrient uptake, water absorption, and overall root health for stronger plants.
@AwesomePlants oof I wish I saw this before planting. Fingers crossed for a smooth transition. 😬 thanks for the insight!
@BusyPotato10 thank you 😊