Most people use the standard potting soil for their indoor
house plants, that is the first mistake. Most house plants
don't like slow draining soil, I've learned from the past years
that the seed starter soil mixed with the potting soil and perlite
all mixed together is the best choice for most house plants.
Seed starter soil is a fast draining soil, and perlite keeps the
soil from being compact, a little bit of sand is also great for
fast draining. Also it's important to moisten the soil before using
not after you re-pot your plant it will never be moist. For some
plants adding peat moss to the soil mix is essential, especially
for the acid loving plants like Gardenias, Jasmines and ferns.
The type of water used for plants is just as important, tap water should
sit for 24 hours before using, or use distilled water and never cold
water, water for indoor plants should be room temperature otherwise
plants can go into shock.
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