How To Make Potting Soil

I love plants and quickly realized that my plants do better when I make my own potting soil. It is part science and part green thumb instinct not brain surgery!

I used to purchase potting soil in a bag off the shelf, and after some plants failed, I decided to get a soil meter. The pH balance of potting soil out of a bag was often too high or too low. I found that by mixing my own soil, I can better control the pH balance in my dirt and help my potted plants thrive in the elements where I place them. After getting a soil meter, I quickly learned I could change the pH by adding acidity in the form of coffee grounds. First, let me share how I mix my potting soil, along with some green thumb tips to help your leafy friends thrive.

These are recommendations for mixing potting soil for plants needing more moisture and/or for plants requiring less moisture, such as succulents and cacti. Small adjustments in each recipe make all the difference in the world to your plants. Different plants prefer different pH balances or acidities in the mixture. Take the time to research the plants you will pot and what they prefer. Adjust ratios and eliminate or remove materials as you see fit to create the best potting soil for your plant.