Houseplant 101: Episode Eight

Wondering what the best houseplant soil mix is? This episode of Houseplant 101 will help! Alex explains how to create your houseplant soil mix – and why it’s so important to get it right

The soil you use is really important for your houseplants – after all, the soil provides the water and nutrients that a plant needs, along with housing its root system.

In this episode of Houseplant 101, Alex explains what components to use and how to combine a houseplant potting mix that gives good drainage and the ideal environment for your indoor plants.

Watch the rest of the Houseplant 101 series

Episode one

Learn how to care for houseplants

Houseplant 101 begins with an introduction to three main types of indoor plant: cacti, succulents, and foliage plants. Alex runs through what these houseplants need to be happy in your home.

Episode two

Lighting for houseplants

Alex explains how different types of houseplant need different levels of light intensity to be at their best. The video demonstrates what is meant by full sun, bright indirect light and shade.

Episode three

Buying houseplants

Preparing you for your trip to the garden centre to buy your houseplants, Alex covers what you need to consider before handing over your cash.

Episode four

Watering your houseplants

Different plants need varying amounts of water to keep them healthy, but they can also benefit from different watering techniques. Alex demonstrates a few key ways to water houseplants.

Episode five

How to feed houseplants

Feeding your plants is just as important as watering them. In this video, Alex explains what to look for when buying houseplant feed and the fundamentals you need to know.

Episode six

Managing humidity

Learn what humidity is, why it matters for your houseplants and what humidity levels different plants need, along with tips on raising the humidity in your home.

Episode seven

How to repot houseplants

Find out how and when to repot your houseplants. Repotting your houseplants can give them replenished soil, more room to grow and prevent them from becoming pot bound.

Episode nine

Propagating succulents

Want to expand your houseplant collection? This episode of Houseplant 101 shows you how to propagate succulents in three simple steps.

Episode ten

Create a terrarium

In this final episode of the Houseplant 101 series, Alex shows you how to create a beautiful terrarium with a choice of three houseplants.

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