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We started veryplants because it was clear to us that traditional potting soils and mixes didn’t meet the unique needs of indoor plants growing in containers. Unlike outdoor plants, indoor plants don’t benefit from the natural forces that refresh the substrate and deliver nutrients, and are much more susceptible to root rot and other fungal diseases.
We knew that indoor plants deserved better. That motivation led to the development of Molly’s Potting Mixes, our first line of potting mixes developed specifically for plants growing in containers.
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The main difference between Molly’s Potting Mixes and traditional soil mixes sold at big-box retailers is in how each handles water drainage and general aeration. Traditional soil mixes tend to compact quickly when watered because they consist of very small particles. As a result, they retain a lot of water, which is not ideal for indoor container plants that are highly susceptible to root rot and other issues related to overwatering. Molly’s Potting Mixes are designed to address the primary needs of plants growing in containers, including:
This question requires a brief discussion about the differences between a ‘potting mix’ and ‘fertilizer.’
A potting mix for indoor plants is a substrate or growing medium in which the plant is placed. It is generally not a source of nutrients for the plant and mainly serves as a structural and water-holding medium. Its primary purpose is to provide a stable environment for plant roots, facilitate proper aeration and drainage, prevent root rot and overwatering issues, support root development, and anchor the plant in its container. Potting mixes typically contain little to no nutrients, acting as a neutral substrate. Any nutrients the plants require must come from other sources, primarily fertilizer.
Fertilizer for indoor plants is a product specifically designed to provide essential nutrients to plants. These nutrients include macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) and micronutrients (iron, manganese, zinc, etc.). Fertilizers come in various forms, such as liquid, granular, or slow-release pellets. They supplement the nutrient needs of indoor plants, which may not receive sufficient nutrients from the potting mix alone. Fertilizers promote healthy growth, flowering, and overall plant vitality. Since indoor plants in containers have limited access to nutrients in their environment, regular fertilization is important.
Molly’s Potting Mixes, unlike most traditional soil-based standalone potting mixes, do contain nutrients as part of their ingredients but not in the same quantities as a dedicated fertilizer product. When you repot your plants using fresh Molly’s Potting Mix, your plants will receive a good dose of nutrients. However, this is not a replacement for adding a standard fertilizer (liquid, granular, or slow-release pellets), which we recommend for optimum plant health.
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I’ve used another super popular aroid mix but this one is FAR superior to it and contains much less FILLERS than that one does. This is a beautifully chunky mix that is IMPOSSIBLE to overwater and I absolutely love it. Also, it’s cheaper per quart than the other is. Molly’s all day!
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I absolutely love this mix! I learned about it on a YouTube channel and thought I’d try it out with the multitude of jade plants I have. What is immediately amazing– I don’t need to use extra support to hold these top-heavy, dense plants up!! We will see with time, how the plants react, but so far– love it.