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Nov 19, 2020 11:03 AM CST
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Yes, as long as they don't trap moisture in the pot and prevent evaporation. Usually that means a thin layer is fine, but a thick one is not. Irregular, airy stones are better. I like to use pumice or lava rock for this purpose. If you overdo the top dressing, the risk (especially at this time of year, in the northern hemisphere) is that the soil never dries out and rot starts developing below ground.

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