Aroid & Orchid soil

Peat Free Soil Mix - Perfect for Aroids and Orchids

Our specially designed chunky soil mixture is completely peat-free and consists only of sustainable ingredients . This mixture is ideal for plants with coarse roots such as Monstera , Philodendron , Anthurium and Alocasia . By mimicking the plants' natural environment, the mixture creates air pockets that maintain high humidity, allowing the roots to thrive just like in the tropical rainforests. Another advantage is that it becomes very difficult to overwater the plants, which is a common problem for many new plant enthusiasts.

Why Aroids and Orchids Thrive in Our Mixture

Aroids

Aroids are a group of plants that include popular varieties such as Monstera, Philodendron, Anthurium and Alocasia. These plants are known for their large, decorative leaves and impressive growth patterns. Aroids are epiphytic or semi-epiphytic in nature, meaning they grow on other plants or surfaces, rather than directly in soil. Our chunky soil mix mimics their natural environment by offering an airy and well-drained structure that allows the roots to breathe and avoid rotting. Ingredients like pine bark and perlite help keep the mix airy, while sphagnum moss and biochar help retain moisture and nutrients.

Orchids

Orchids are another group of plants that thrive in a similar environment to aroids. Many orchids are epiphytic and grow naturally on trees in tropical forests, where their roots are exposed to air and moisture. For orchids to thrive, they need a soil mix that allows good air circulation around the roots and effective drainage to prevent overwatering. Our chunky soil mix provides exactly these conditions. The pine bark in the mixture provides structural stability and support for the orchids' roots, while perlite and sphagnum moss contribute to optimal moisture balance and drainage.

Why Peat is Bad for the Climate

Peat has traditionally been used in many commercial soil mixtures, but its use has a significant negative impact on the climate. Peat consists of partially decomposed plant material that accumulates in wetlands over thousands of years. When peat is mined for use in soil mixtures, large amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) that were previously tied up in the peat layers are released. This contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and global warming.

By using our peat-free chunky soil mix, you help protect these important ecosystems and reduce your carbon footprint. Our sustainable ingredients ensure your plants get the nutrition and support they need, while taking care of the planet. Buy ormbunker aroidmix online!