Staircase gardens are everywhere on Pinterest right now: pothos cascading down the risers, a snake plant anchoring the landing, greenery turning a walk up the stairs into something worth photographing. If you have tried to recreate one and ended up with a leggy, dropping plant instead, there is a reason for that.
The right potting mix for an aroid depends on which genus you're growing, not just the word "aroid" on the bag. Climbing epiphytes like Monstera and Philodendron want a chunky, bark-forward blend, moisture-loving Anthurium wants extra sponge built into the mix, and rhizome-storing plants like ZZ plant want something leaner and closer to a succulent blend. This guide breaks the ratio down genus by genus, with a comparison table and a step-by-step way to build or adjust a bag of potting mix at home.
If you've ever wondered whether your grow light is secretly a UV lamp, you're not alone. Here's the direct answer: most grow lights, including Soltech's, don't emit meaningful amounts of UV at all. We break down what UV actually is, what grow lights actually produce, and why your plants were never missing out.
