Potting soil for succulents supports the unique needs of these arid plants The best succulent soil mix in general has excellent drainage and low nutrients

What is the best kind of soil for Succulents?

Look for a potting mix that specifies succulent on the label The nutrients are intentionally low in these soils, making them ideal as succulents are highly susceptible to root rot and over fertilizing

Proper succulent soil mixes have a light friable well draining soil A succulent mix will usually work fine for both cactus and succulents

You can make your own soil mix for succulents with general potting soil and some amendments There must be a balance between heavy, rich soil and hydrophobic soils

A general recipe for making your own soil mix

– 3 parts soil mix – 2 parts organic materials – 1 part inorganic materials This will help to balance the nutrients, air flow, and moisture in the soil

How to make your soil mixture

– Choose your soil amendments and potting soil – Use an old bowl to combine everything – Measure out the soil and amendments in the ratios listed – Mix them together by hand until well blended

Check that the soil mixture is correct

– Wet the new soil mix thoroughly – Squeeze it in your hand – If it crumbles the mix is correct – If it holds together add more inorganic materials until you get a crumbly texture

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