Why Your Aroids Hate Your Soil

A Simple, Honest Guide to Soil Mixes That Actually Work

by Dirty Roots

If you’ve ever looked at your aroid and thought,

“I’m doing everything right… so why does it still look unhappy?”

—you’re not alone.

This guide was created with care, patience, and lived experience. It’s for plant parents who genuinely want to understand their plants, not overwhelm them with rules or complicated formulas.

Why Your Aroids Hate Your Soil gently teaches you what many people are never told: most aroid problems don’t start with leaves—they start below the surface. Soil matters more than we think, and when it’s right, everything else becomes easier.

Inside this ebook, you’ll learn:

• Why aroids struggle in regular potting soil
• What aroid roots actually need to thrive
• How to create simple, effective soil mixes without expensive ingredients
• How to adjust your mix for your home, light, and lifestyle
• How to recognize and correct common soil-related issues
• How to troubleshoot struggling plants with confidence instead of stress

This isn’t a textbook.

It’s a calm, supportive guide written by someone who has grown, lost, multiplied, and helped others care for their plant babies along the way.

Each section ends with a quiet reflection—because growth, whether in plants or in life, depends on being rooted in the right conditions.

If you’re looking for plant care that feels grounded, encouraging, and honest, this guide was made for you.

🌱 Digital PDF download

🌱 Beginner-friendly, but valuable for experienced growers

🌱 Written with intention, patience, and love

Thank you for supporting Dirty Roots—where growth starts below the surface.