Houseplant hacks: will my plants be healthier if I use Leca balls instead of soil?

This method can help deter pests and promote growth, but it won’t work for every plant The problem Enter any deep plant nerd space such as the Reddit threads, and you’ll find Leca. Hardcore followers cite positives to growing plants in these clay balls, such as fewer pests and watering mistakes, and faster growth. Switching from soil to semi-hydro is tempting, but does it actually make life easier? The hack Leca stands for lightweight expanded clay aggregate. Unlike soil, it is inert an...

By Gynelle Leon