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Soil and Potting

Choose a pot with a good drainage hole, since succulents need effective drainage — again, you don't want them to be overwatered!

For soil, you can purchase cactus soil, or instead mix sand, rocks, or gravel into regular potting soil so that the soil won't stay as damp and heavy.

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