I want to creat an indoor succulent garden. need info,please!
i have a round, ceramic container that is 7 or 8 inches high and about 18 inches across. it doesn't have a drainage hole in the bottom. what kind of soil should i use, should i put gravel in the bottom, how much gravel, how much sunlight a day should it get, how often should i water, how much water, how many plants should i use for the size of the planter?
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I would definitely put gravel in the bottom of your container, Cheryl. An inch or so should do the trick. Use a lean soil like a cactus mix and provide good, bright light. Overwatering has been the death of many a succulent, so don't overdo, and make sure to let the soil dry out between waterings. You'll find many suggestions for successfully growing succulents indoors from Iowa State University here: http://www.ipm.iastate.edu/ipm/schoolipm/sites/default/files/school_ipm_2004_01.pdf
Douglas Hunt
on May 22, 2013
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thank you, douglas! i think i can do it! you gave me some good info!
Cheryl stanley
on May 22, 2013
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