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Update on using builders sand as an alternative to perlite to enhance the drainage of the plant medium with respect to succulents and cacti:
There are three main sources of builders sand available in punjab n kpk--
1- Ravi sand
2- Chenab sand
3- Lawrencepur sand
In the very order that they are stated, their coarseness, quality (both for construction and as an additive in plant medium), and price INCREASES.
Those living in Rawalpindi might be lucky as Lawrencepur sand is widely used there and is cheaper due to proximity. It's source is in the place stated near Kamra, enroute to peshawer.
Ravi sand is the poorest, having the highest quantity of silt and being the finest; whilst using it u ll risk compacting ure soil medium. Chenab is better than Ravi sand--u can identify Chenab sand by its looks. It ll have silvery/shiny particles in it setting it apart from both Lawrencepur n Ravi sand.
Thought I'd share this bit o info with the fellow gardeners here...


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