In this guide, we’re going to cover some soil basics and information that will help you choose the best soil mix for your Calathea plants. Calathea is relatively easy to take care of once the right soil mix is used.
Soil provides a place for the plant to anchor itself via good root growth. Not all houseplants develop deep roots, so the wrong mix could leave them tilting over under their own weight.
Common Signs You’re Using the Wrong Soil Mix for Calatheas
Calathea plants prefer a specific type of potting mix. If they’re planted in the wrong soil mix in an indoor container, they may show particular signs of illness.
What pH Levels in the Soil are Best Suited to Calatheas?
A balanced pH level of around 6.5 is necessary for good growth. Calatheas can grow well in soil that measures 7.0 or 6.0, but they won’t be as healthy or grow as quickly.
The Ultimate Calathea Plant Potting Mix Home Recipe
To create your own well-draining, nutrient-rich, loose, and supportive potting mix for your Calathea plants, mix:
25% aged bark – pine fines or orchid bark mix
25% coconut coir broken down into a fine fluff