{"product_id":"hoya-mix","title":"05 Hoya Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBETTER ROOTS. BETTER PLANTS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHendo Hoya Mix is an airy, well-draining potting blend formulated for Hoyas. Small orchid bark, washed and Cal-Mag-buffered coco chips, perlite, tree fern fiber and worm castings combine into a textured mix that drains freely while holding some moisture between waterings. Use it straight from the bag for potting and repotting your Hoyas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy an airy mix works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany Hoyas grow as epiphytes, with their roots attached to trees rather than buried in dense ground soil. Their roots need both moisture and oxygen. Bark, coco chips and perlite create spaces in the mix that let excess water drain and air reach the root zone. Smaller pieces help the mix settle around finer roots, while tree fern fiber holds some moisture without making the blend entirely fine-textured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's inside and what each ingredient does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall orchid bark:\u003c\/strong\u003e creates air spaces and adds a durable, textured structure around roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashed and Cal-Mag-buffered coco chips:\u003c\/strong\u003e hold some moisture and add fibrous structure. Washing removes excess salts, and buffering prepares the coco before blending.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerlite:\u003c\/strong\u003e a lightweight, porous material that helps keep the mix open and improves aeration and drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree fern fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e adds a fibrous texture that roots can grow through and retains some moisture between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorm castings:\u003c\/strong\u003e a small amount of organic material blended throughout the mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoyas grown in pots with drainage holes. Adjust watering to your variety and growing conditions; thinner-leaved Hoyas may need more consistent moisture than thick-leaved varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing other plants? Explore our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/01-chunky-aroid-mix\"\u003e01 Chunky Aroid Mix\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/02-alocasia-mix\"\u003e02 Alocasia Mix\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/03-cactus-succulent-mix\"\u003e03 Cactus + Succulent Mix\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/04-orchid-mix\"\u003e04 Orchid Mix\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a pot with drainage holes that comfortably fits the root system without excessive extra space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently remove loose old potting mix, taking care to protect healthy roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition your Hoya and fill around the roots. Tap the pot lightly to settle the mix; avoid packing it tightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater thoroughly and let excess water drain away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the mix and pot weight before watering again instead of following a fixed schedule. Let the mix approach dry, adjusting for your Hoya variety, light, temperature, humidity and pot size. Never leave the pot standing in drained water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 QT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8 QT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct image shows the 8 QT bag. Plant not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much mix do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe amount depends on the pot's internal volume and the space occupied by the roots. Measure the space you need to fill and choose a 4 QT or 8 QT bag accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn more\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/root-rot-explained\"\u003eRoot Rot Explained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/signature-soil-mixes\"\u003eExplore Our Signature Soil Mixes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUILT FOR BETTER ROOTS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hendo Plant Care","offers":[{"title":"4 QT","offer_id":67916157517924,"sku":"HPC-A05-4QT","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 QT","offer_id":67916157550692,"sku":"HPC-A05-8QT","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/4173\/6292\/files\/hendo-05-hoya-mix-square_3d271617-7297-471f-a327-40e488eba3bb.png?v=1793369741","url":"https:\/\/hendoplants.com\/products\/hoya-mix","provider":"Hendo Plant Care","version":"1.0","type":"link"}