Question
My cephalotus is currently growing in an African Violet (for ease of care and also the best way for me to evenly water the plant), but I was wonering if the soil recipe that you've included on your caresheet can absorb the water the best (that mix is the 1 parts of peat, pumice, and sand).  When do I know when to change the soil?  And, I've heard that the pores of the pot will eventually get clogged with minerals.  How do I clear it while not harmin the plant?

Answer
Hi Taylor,

The soil will absorb water just fine.  Part of the advantage of the African violet pot is that it isn't as wet, and that's what you want with Cephalotus.  Over a long time the pores could clog, but a good scrubbing will clean it up.  Plan on repotting about every two years, or if the plant is looking crowded.


Good Growing!

Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.cobraplant.com