The right soil mix is essential for aloe vera's wellbeing. A well-draining potting mix formulated for cacti and succulents is ideal. Alternatively, you can prepare your own by mixing equal parts of ...

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Cactus soil is faster-draining than regular potting soil and contains inorganic materials like coarse sand, pumice, gravel, grit, and perlite to prevent the plants from becoming waterlogged.

After years of experimenting with various soil mixes, he recommends a bark-based potting medium amended with pumice ... a uniform appearance for the many plants in his collection.

Plant-based oils like jojoba ... coconut shells, oatmeal, or pumice, to mechanically remove dead skin cells from the skin’s surface,” says Dr. Gmyrek. Hybrid exfoliating washes (like the ...

Cactus soil is faster-draining than regular potting soil and contains inorganic materials like coarse sand, pumice, gravel, grit, and perlite to prevent the plants from becoming waterlogged. Regular ...