Best Aroid Soil Mix Recipes for Monstera, Philodendron & Anthurium
A good aroid soil mix should hold enough moisture for the roots to use while still draining freely and leaving plenty of air spaces. For many Monsteras and Philodendrons, a practical starting recipe is 3 parts orchid bark, 2 parts coco coir or peat moss, 2 parts perlite or pumice, 1 part horticultural charcoal, and 1 part worm castings. Different aroids need different moisture levels, so this guide compares a general chunky mix with a more moisture-retentive Anthurium and Alocasia blend. If your search is specifically for a variegated Monstera, use the dedicated guide to the best soil for variegated Monstera instead. ...