JUNGLE MIXES
Better Roots.
Better Jungle.
Explore houseplant composts, specialist potting mixes, chunky substrates and growing media for aroids, cacti, succulents, terrariums and more.
SHOP JUNGLE MIXES ↓Different plants need different balances of moisture, drainage and airflow.
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Browse specialist houseplant mixes, individual substrates and growing media, then narrow the Jungle by plant size, pot size, price or pet suitability.
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More Rooty Goodness Is on the Way
Explore Jungle Care, Tiny Jungles or the Plant Clinic while more mixes and substrates arrive.
EXPLORE JUNGLE CAREWHAT ARE YOU GROWING?
Build the Mix Around the Plant
Aroid, cactus, succulent or Tiny Jungle?
The right mix depends on the roots, moisture needs, drainage and how you care for the plant.
GROWING MEDIA WITHOUT THE GUESSWORK
Think About What the Roots Need
There is no perfect compost for every houseplant.
The right growing medium balances moisture, drainage, structure and airflow around the roots.
Some plants prefer a mix that holds more moisture, while others need the growing medium to dry much more quickly.
Chunky or mineral ingredients can help water move through the pot and reduce prolonged wet conditions around the roots.
Materials such as bark, perlite and pumice can help create air spaces around roots and prevent a dense compacted mix.
Always choose the growing medium around the plant, its roots, your watering habits and the conditions in your home.
USING THE SAME COMPOST FOR EVERYTHING?
Your Roots Deserve Better
Tropical aroids, desert plants and terrarium species do not all want the same thing. Match the mix to how the plant naturally prefers its roots to behave.
HOUSEPLANT COMPOST & POTTING MIXES
A Few Things You Might Want to Know
What Is the Best Compost for Houseplants? +
There is no single perfect compost for every indoor plant.
The best growing medium depends on the plant, how much moisture its roots prefer and how quickly the mix needs to drain.
What Is an Aroid Potting Mix? +
An aroid mix is usually a loose, airy growing medium suited to plants such as Monstera, Philodendron and Alocasia.
These mixes aim to retain some moisture while creating plenty of air spaces around the roots.
Why Do Potting Mixes Contain Bark, Perlite or Pumice? +
Chunkier ingredients such as bark, perlite and pumice can improve drainage and create more air around plant roots.
The right combination depends on whether the plant needs more drainage, moisture retention, structure or aeration.
What Mix Should I Use for Cacti and Succulents? +
Cacti and succulents usually prefer a free draining mix that does not remain wet for long periods.
Explore our Desert Jungle for cacti and succulent plants.
Do Terrariums Need Specialist Substrates? +
Terrariums often use different layers and materials to manage moisture, drainage and the environment around the roots.
The exact setup depends on whether the terrarium is open or closed and which plants you are using.
Explore Tiny Jungles for terrariums, plants and supplies.
Should I Use the Same Potting Mix for Every Houseplant? +
No.
Different plants have different root environments and moisture requirements, so the same growing medium will not suit everything equally well.
How Do I Know if My Potting Mix Drains Well Enough? +
Think about how quickly water moves through the mix, how long it stays wet and what the plant actually prefers.
If you are unsure, tell us what plant you have and what it is currently growing in.
Can I Buy Individual Substrates? +
Jungle Mixes includes specialist potting mixes alongside individual growing materials and substrates, depending on current stock.
Can You Help Me Choose the Right Mix? +
Absolutely.
Tell us what plant you have, what it is currently growing in and any problems you are seeing.
You can also visit our Plant Clinic for more detailed help with roots, repotting and plant health.
Can I Order Jungle Mixes for UK Delivery? +
Yes. Products in Jungle Mixes can be ordered online for UK delivery, subject to the delivery options shown on each individual product.
NOT SURE WHAT YOUR PLANT SHOULD BE GROWING IN?
Show Us the Plant
Tell us what you have, what it is currently growing in and what problems you are seeing.
We’ll help you work out whether it needs more drainage, more moisture retention, more airflow or something else entirely.
READY TO SORT THE ROOTS OUT?
Come Explore Jungle Mixes
Compare growing media, substrates and specialist mixes in person, get help choosing the right setup and grab a locally roasted Beartown Coffee while you are here.