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This layer is for the soil. The type of soil medium depends on the type of plants used. Some tropical plants prefer more acidic soil than others. We’ll talk more about the most suitable soil for your plants in the foundation section (see here). This substrate layer should be similar in depth to your drainage layer. Soil can become very saturated with water before it begins to percolate to the bottom. If the water reservoir is too shallow it will flood, and the roots of your plants will stay wet. This can lead to root rot and unfortunately kill your plants.

Substrate Mediums

• potting soil

• succulents and cacti soil mix

• peat moss soil mix

• orchid soil mix