Aroid Mix - Premium Soil Mix - SYBASoil

SYBASoil Aroid Mix – Specialist substrate for Monsteras and Philodendrons

1. Expert introduction

SYBASoil Aroid Mix was designed to meet the specific needs of aroids such as Monsteras, Philodendrons and other tropical climbing plants. These plants demand a substrate that is free-draining, airy and rich in nutrients, able to hold moisture without saturating the soil.

In the TerraLED approach, this substrate is perfectly suited to growing under LED lighting, ensuring root health and lush foliage growth.

2. What is this product actually for?

Aroid Mix provides:

• Strong rooting thanks to a rich, airy substrate
• Optimal hydration with widely spaced watering
• Healthy, lush foliage with a regular supply of bioactive nutrients

Suitable plants and environments:

• Monsteras, Philodendrons and other tropical aroids
• Indoor growing in plastic or ceramic pots
• Indirect light and a humid atmosphere, suited to bathrooms or damp rooms

Not recommended for:

• Plants that need dry soil
• Use in terrariums with animals likely to ingest the substrate

3. Practical examples of use

Indoor plants: Repotting Monsteras and Philodendrons for robust rooting and dense foliage.

Tropical terrariums: Humid zones with sufficient aeration, compatible with suitable invertebrates.

4. How do you use this product correctly?

• Remove the old substrate and clean the roots under lukewarm water
• Add a thin layer of Aroid Mix to the bottom of the pot
• Position the plant and top up around the roots without compacting too much
• Tap the substrate lightly and water thoroughly after repotting
• Choose plastic or ceramic pots to maintain moisture

Best practice: Maintain constant moisture but avoid standing water; provide indirect light and moderate warmth.

Common mistakes: Letting the substrate dry out, watering too much or too little, exposure to direct sunlight.

5. Key product benefits

• Rich in vermicompost for gradual, bioactive fertilisation
• Optimal drainage and root aeration thanks to perlite and coconut husk
• Lush foliage and vigorous plants
• Durable structure for repotting intervals of 3-4 years
• Ready-to-use, peat-free substrate enriched with activated charcoal to limit disease

6. TerraLED expert advice

This substrate is ideal for tropical plant enthusiasts looking for a bioactive, low-maintenance substrate. Adjust the moisture according to the pot and the environment, and use a moss pole for climbing plants if necessary.

7. Frequently asked questions – Aroid Mix

• Is it suitable for beginners?
  Yes, but moisture needs to be monitored regularly.
• Can it be used for other aroids?
  Yes, suitable for all Monstera- or Philodendron-type plants.
• Is it bioactive?
  Yes, enriched with vermicompost and organic nutrients.
• How long does the substrate last?
  3 to 4 years before the structure begins to break down.
• Does it contain fertiliser?
  Yes, NPK 182-5.9-262.
• Is it safe for pets?
  No, it contains perlite, fertiliser and activated charcoal.
• Can it contain live worms?
  Yes, the mix may contain live worms.
• Is the pH suitable for aroids?
  Yes, pH ≈ 6.9.
• What is its water-holding capacity?
  ≈ 67%, ideal for maintaining moisture without excess.
• Does it work under LED lighting?
  Yes, compatible with any TerraLED lighting suited to tropical plants.