Succulent plants are defined as plants that have evolved to store moisture in their leaves, stems or roots,” writes columnist ...

But even if they are, your plants won’t really thrive unless they’re getting what they need from the soil. Sometimes, adding another material to the mix—like pumice—can help.

I’ll add even more pumice to plants that want especially good drainage; plants like natives, most succulents, potted bulbs and many Mediterranean species.

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. Pentas come ...

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"The pumice we observed travelled more than 5000 kilometres in eight months, and for the first time we were able to document the more than 80 species of plant and animal life that made the journey ...

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You can also make your own. When you pot your plant, you can add a lightweight volcanic rock like perlite or pumice for better drainage, especially for plants like succulents that prefer drier soils.

Succulents are the ideal houseplant, especially if you don’t have a green thumb. Learn how to care for them and keep your plants alive and thriving ...