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Mar 24, 2013 9:01 PM CST
Name: Lynn
Oregon City, OR (Zone 8b)
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Seems each person has their favorite mix. For Sempervivum they really want something that drains fast and doesn't compact and hold water.
For me I use Happy Frog. This is the mix I use. http://foxfarmfertilizer.com/i...
I mix with pumice, about 3/4 potting mix and 1/4 pumice. This can vary.
If I am planting in my raised beds, which is a mix of forest compost, sand and chicken grit. After planting I top dress with chicken grit.

Others will come along soon and give you their recipe.

Just found this article that Chris did. Has a number of different recipes. : )
http://garden.org/ideas/view/g...
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