{"product_id":"maya-growing-mediums-general-potting-soil-canada","title":"General Blend-Potting Soil For Indoor Plants","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; line-height: 1.7; color: #252525;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eGive your houseplants a healthy foundation with \u003cstrong\u003eMaya Growing Mediums General Potting Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Made in North Vancouver, this peat-moss-free indoor plant mix balances moisture retention, drainage, aeration and gentle nutrient support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe General Blend is designed for many popular foliage plants, flowering houseplants, ferns, palms and indoor vines. Its fine but breathable structure makes it a practical all-purpose potting mix for both beginner plant owners and experienced collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0; padding: 18px 20px; border-left: 5px solid #71824a; background-color: #f4f7ee;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor plants that appreciate consistent moisture and a nutrient-rich growing medium without remaining waterlogged.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; margin: 24px 0 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/maya-growing-mediums-canada\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 11px 18px; border: 2px solid #5b2a7a; border-radius: 4px; background-color: #5b2a7a; color: #ffffff; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n      Shop Maya Growing Mediums\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aroid-blend-potting-soil-for-indoor-plants\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 11px 18px; border: 2px solid #5b2a7a; border-radius: 4px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #5b2a7a; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n      Need Aroid Soil?\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"\/products\/maya-growing-mediums-coarse-perlite-canada\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 11px 18px; border: 2px solid #5b2a7a; border-radius: 4px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #5b2a7a; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n      Shop Coarse Perlite\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 28px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1956\/2929\/files\/Maya_Growing_Mediums_Featured_on_Marc_and_Mandy_at_The_Local_Boom.jpg?v=1782162862\" alt=\"Maya Growing Mediums potting soil featured with The Local Boom on Marc and Mandy\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 850px; height: auto; margin: 0 auto; border-radius: 7px;\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 34px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003ePeat-Free Potting Soil for Indoor Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eMaya’s General Blend uses coco coir instead of peat moss as its primary moisture-retaining component. Coco coir helps hold moisture while remaining light and breathable, while coco chips, fir bark fines and perlite provide structure, drainage and airflow around plant roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eWorm castings provide gentle organic nutrients, while biochar supports nutrient retention and the living soil environment. This combination makes the General Blend particularly suitable for plants that prefer consistent moisture but still require adequate drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 16px; margin: 22px 0 30px;\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 220px; padding: 18px; border: 1px solid #d9ddd0; border-radius: 6px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eBalanced Moisture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eCoco coir helps maintain moisture for houseplants that do not enjoy completely drying out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 220px; padding: 18px; border: 1px solid #d9ddd0; border-radius: 6px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eRoot Aeration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003ePerlite, coco chips and bark help maintain air spaces and reduce compaction around roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 220px; padding: 18px; border: 1px solid #d9ddd0; border-radius: 6px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eNutrient Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eWorm castings, biochar and mineral components support healthy indoor plant growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 34px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003ePlants That Enjoy the General Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThis potting mix is intended for a broad selection of moisture-loving and nutrient-demanding indoor plants, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCalathea and Maranta prayer plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePeace lilies\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFicus, including fiddle-leaf figs and rubber plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHoyas and indoor ivy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDracaena and Dieffenbachia\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePeperomia, Pilea and Fittonia\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFerns and indoor palms\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpider plants and money trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBegonias and other tropical foliage plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0; padding: 18px 20px; border-left: 5px solid #5b2a7a; background-color: #f7f2f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eChoosing the right blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e This General Blend is best for plants that prefer a finer, moisture-retentive mix. For Monstera, Philodendron and other plants that prefer a much chunkier medium, consider Maya’s Aroid Blend instead.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 34px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVersatile potting mix for many indoor plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMade without peat moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBalances moisture retention and drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHelps maintain airflow around plant roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eContains nutrient-rich worm castings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMade with coco coir, perlite, bark and biochar\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSuitable for repotting or refreshing existing soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMade in North Vancouver, British Columbia\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAvailable in Vancouver and online across Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 34px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eCoco Coir, Coco Chips, Fir Bark Fines, Perlite, Worm Castings, Biochar and Phos-Pillar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eFormulas can change. Refer to the product packaging for the most current ingredient and use information.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 34px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003col style=\"padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChoose a clean container with adequate drainage holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRemove the plant from its current pot and gently loosen tightly circling roots if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdd Maya General Potting Soil and position the plant at approximately its previous growing depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFill around the root ball and press the mix lightly enough to support the plant without compacting it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWater thoroughly and allow excess water to drain completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlace the plant in suitable light and monitor the soil’s moisture level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eFor many plants suited to this blend, Maya recommends watering when the top 1–2 cm of the growing medium feels slightly dry. Always adjust watering according to the individual plant, season, light, temperature and container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 34px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall — 3 litres:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately five 4-inch nursery pots or one 6-inch nursery pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge — 8.5 litres:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately eight 4-inch nursery pots and five 6-inch nursery pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePotting estimates are approximate and will vary according to container shape, root-ball size and how much existing soil remains around the plant.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 34px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eSafe Handling and Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eStore in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDo not consume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWash hands after handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAvoid breathing dust and use in a well-ventilated area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 34px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eGeneral Potting Soil FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 22px; margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eIs Maya General Blend peat-free?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. Maya describes its General Blend as a peat-moss-free growing medium that uses coco coir as its primary moisture-retaining base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 22px; margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eIs this suitable for every houseplant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eNo single potting mix is ideal for every plant. This blend suits many common moisture-loving indoor plants, but cacti, orchids and chunky-rooted aroids may perform better in their corresponding specialty blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 22px; margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eCan I use it to refresh existing potting soil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. Remove a small amount of old or compacted soil from the surface, add fresh General Blend and water lightly to help it settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 22px; margin-bottom: 7px;\"\u003eWhere can I buy Maya potting soil in Vancouver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eShop Maya Growing Mediums at The Local Boom in Mount Pleasant, Vancouver, or order online for delivery across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; margin: 28px 0 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/maya-growing-mediums-canada\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 11px 18px; border: 2px solid #5b2a7a; border-radius: 4px; background-color: #5b2a7a; color: #ffffff; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n      Shop All Maya Growing Mediums\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cactus-blend-potting-soil-for-indoor-plants\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 11px 18px; border: 2px solid #5b2a7a; border-radius: 4px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #5b2a7a; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n      Shop Cactus Blend\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n    \u003ca href=\"\/products\/orchid-potting-soil-for-indoor-plants\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 11px 18px; border: 2px solid #5b2a7a; border-radius: 4px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #5b2a7a; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n      Shop Orchid Blend\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maya Growing Mediums","offers":[{"title":"Small\/3 Liters","offer_id":50590453170475,"sku":"MAYAGENERAL","price":14.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large\/8.5 Liters","offer_id":50590453203243,"sku":"MAYAGENERAL-01","price":24.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1956\/2929\/files\/general-blend-potting-soil-for-indoor-plants-8830754.jpg?v=1777332429","url":"https:\/\/localboom.ca\/products\/maya-growing-mediums-general-potting-soil-canada","provider":"Local Boom™","version":"1.0","type":"link"}