Can succulents be grown in Akadama soil?

Can succulents be grown in Akadama soil?

Akadama soil is very suitable for growing succulents, because this planting material has very good air permeability and water retention, and is rich in various minerals and trace elements. It is more suitable for growing succulents that grow for many years.

Pure Akadama soil is not suitable for planting newly purchased succulent seedlings. It is best to mix Akadama soil with coal slag, coconut shells, small particles, etc. to avoid affecting the survival of the plants.

The advantages and disadvantages of Akadama succulents

Advantages: Akadama soil is made of accumulated volcanic ash and has good air permeability and water retention. Using it to grow succulents is very beneficial to the breathing of the roots.

Disadvantages: Akadama soil also has certain disadvantages. Because it is very poor and contains almost no microorganisms, it is necessary to fertilize the succulents in time to supplement nutrients when using it.

How to grow succulents in Akadama soil

1. Prepare the soil: Akadama soil can not only be used alone to grow succulents, but can also be mixed with peat, coconut coir, medical stone, and vermiculite to improve the permeability of the planting material.

2. As paving stone: Akadama can also be used as paving stone for succulents to prevent soil from splashing everywhere, and it can also be used to judge whether the plants need watering by their color.