Ferns and other water-sucking plants: A little less than 1/2 pumice and 1/2 soil . Cacti, succulents, and caudexes: Mix the pumice with something that does not retain moisture, like sand.

The Coastal Gardener: Potted plant secrets, from the ground up. By Ron Vanderhoff . April 29, 2011 8:45 PM PT . Share . Share via Close extra sharing options. Facebook; X; Email; ...

For an easy sturdy planting for summer, try a grouping of Pentas lanceolata or star clusters. This plant is extremely heat tolerant and will take living in pots with weekly watering.

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