Is it good to grow succulents with slag coal?

The benefits of growing succulents on coal slag

Coal slag can be used to grow succulents, and it has many benefits.

Coal slag is breathable and water-permeable, which has a good effect and meets the requirements of succulent plants for water permeability and air permeability.

Coal slag contains rich trace elements, such as iron, calcium, etc., which can meet the growth needs of succulents.

The cost of coal slag is very low, basically no cost. If you want to grow a large number of succulents, it is more suitable.

In addition, the coal ash itself is burned at high temperature and has no residual bacteria, which can reduce the occurrence of diseases and pests.

Disadvantages of growing succulents on coal slag

In fact, growing succulents with coal slag cannot be said to have all advantages, it also has many disadvantages.

First of all, the combustion of coal ash will produce some chemical substances, such as sulfur, which will make it alkaline and need to be soaked in water before use.

Secondly, if the coal slag is not fully burned, some black particles will be produced, and it is best not to use these particles.

Also, when using coal slag to grow succulents, be careful to screen them, otherwise they will contain a lot of dust, causing the soil to be airtight and causing root rot.

It is better to screen the coal slag and select particles of suitable size.

But overall, using coal slag to grow succulents is still a good idea.