How Do You Plant Succulents In Clay Soil?
Succulents, plants that have fleshy tissues that store water, bring an air of the desert’s architectural interest to the garden. They are popular for parts of the garden that are sunny and hot, often lacking irrigation, growing best in well-draining soils. Growing in clay soil requires site preparation and planting slightly above the soil grade. Adding aggregate and compost improves the friability and drainage of clay to make it more suitable for growing succulents. Select a location to plant the succulent in the garden. It should receive at least partial sun and the clay soil should be level to a mild slope for good drainage; avoid a low depression that remains wet. Measure the rootball of the succulent plant with a ruler or handle of the shovel for visual reference. Dig a hole 2-3 inches shallower than the rootball, but twice as wide as the plant’s rootball. The bottom of the hole should be a slight dome shape, angling gently deeper at the far edges of the hole. Incorporate some aggr
