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Step 6: Stabilize with soil, finish with pebbles

Create a stable, well-drained soil base to support your plant’s roots, then top it with pebbles to help retain moisture, reduce evaporation, and give the pot a clean, polished appearance.

To set up:

1. Fill around the root ball:

After adding the drainage layer, gradually add soil and press lightly to eliminate air pockets. Leave some space at the top:

  • Small pots (⌀ up to 20 cm) → leave about 1 cm

  • Medium pots (⌀ 20–35 cm) → about 2 cm

  • Large pots (⌀ 35 cm and above) → about 5 cm

2. Add a top layer of clay pebbles:

Spread a 1–2 cm layer over the soil surface. This helps retain moisture, reduce evaporation, and gives a clean, polished look.

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