Name: Cactus Soil N°01
Brand: LANDIRIS
SKU: CACT-2QT
Availability: InStock

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Cactus N°01
Professional Grade

Engineered Golden Ratio Soil with BioCharge to mimic the mineral-rich desert floor. Cactus N°01 ensures rapid drainage and quick drying cycles, preventing the #1 killer of succulents rot.

Fast Drying
Mineral Dense
Anti-Rot

SKU: CACT-2QT Category: Formulated Soils Tags: BIOCHAR | Carbon Negative Battery, CACTUS SOIL | Xeric Drainage Formula, FAST DRAINING | Anti-Compaction Brand: LANDIRIS

Description

Why CACTUS N°01?

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Easy Watering

Impossible to overwater. Flows instantly.

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Cactus Love It

Mimics natural arid desert geology.

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Nutrient Dense

Loaded with trace minerals & biology.

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Earth Positive

100% Sustainable & Peat-Free.

Who This Soil Is Best For…
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Pro Tip: This is a high-performance substrate. It mimics a vertical cliffside or a rocky wash—it does not hold water.

User Profile
Frequent Waterers / Expert Growers

Plant Category
Rare Cacti / Sensitive Desert Species

Watering Cadence
Frequent (Every 1-2 Days in Summer)

Rot Risk Rating
Near Zero (Extreme Hydraulic Flush)

The Physics
Pumice + Lava = No Perched Water Table

Important Note
Not ideal for “forgetful owners. Soil dries in 24 hours.

Need to stabilize the root-zone microbiome? Add BioCharge to your order to establish a water-activated microbial habitat.

Add BioCharge

Inside The Bag (The Ingredients)
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Swipe to view components. Tap circle to zoom.

Pumice
The “Lungs”

Black Lava
The Structure

Expanded Clay
The Buffer

BioCharge
The Fungi

Biochar
The Habitat

How Much Should I Buy?
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2 Quarts
Fills 4-5 Pots (4″ Size) & 1-1.5 Pots (6″ Size)

4 Quarts
Fills 8-10 Pots (4″ Size)

6 Quarts
Fills 12-15 Pots (4″ Size)

Soil Success (The Instructions)
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1. The “Performance” Engine

This soil is built for horsepower (oxygen & drainage), not food storage. Think of it like a sports car: We built the perfect high-performance engine, but it won’t run without gas. You must add the fuel.

2. BioCharge+™ is the “Gut Health”

Roots can’t digest rock. They need biology. Think of BioCharge like probiotics for your plants. It adds the good bacteria and fungi that break down nutrients so your plant can actually eat.

3. Put Success on Autopilot

The #1 mistake beginners make is forgetting to feed. Plants need small, steady meals—not a feast once a year.

Add BioCharge

We automate your schedule and ship fresh nutrient packs exactly when your plants get hungry. Set it and forget it.

Us vs. Them (Why It Works)
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Peat-Free & Sustainable

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Prevents Root Rot

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Double-Sifted (Dust Free)

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Pet & Kid Safe

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No Soil Compaction

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Technical Specs (Lab Analysis)
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Hydraulic Performance

Drainage Velocity (K_sat)
> 60 in/hr (95% Water Drainage)

Root Oxygen
65% (Max Oxygen)

Total Porosity
50% (Breathing Room)

Moisture Control
< 5% (Rapid Dry / Low Retention)

Wettability
Hydrophilic (Zero Resistance)

Chemical Properties

pH Level
6.8 – 7.2 (Neutral)

Nutrient Hold
< 5 meq/100g (Low CEC Rating)

Salinity (EC)
< 0.2 dS/m (Ultra Low Salt)

Physical Composition

Particle Size
2mm – 12mm+ (Sifted)

Mineral Base (95%)
Pumice, Lava Rock, Exp. Clay

Organic Base (5%)
Biochar (No Bark/Peat)

Bulk Density
0.85 g/cm³ (Heavy Anchor)

Structural Life
Indefinite 5+ Yrs (Non-Degrading)

Dust Level
< 0.5% (Screened)

Nutrient Load

N-P-K
0-0-0 (Neutral Base)

BioCharge Habitat
200k+ Water-Activated Microbes, 800 Species

Plants That Love This Mix
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Note: This is a “Rot-Killer” 95% mineral blend designed for extreme drainage. Ideal for arid desert species.

Globular Cacti

Golden Barrel, Astrophytum, Mammillaria

Perfect Match: These rot instantly in standard soil. They love this dry, rocky habitat.

Columnar Giants

Saguaro, Organ Pipe, Cardon

Tip: The heavy mineral weight anchors these tall plants firmly against wind.

Opuntia (Paddles)

Prickly Pear, Bunny Ears, Cholla

Tip: Extremely drought tolerant. Can stay dry for 3+ months in winter dormancy.

Hard Agave & Yucca

Agave Parryi, Joshua Tree, Aloe Dichotoma

Tip: Thrives in full sun. The fast drainage prevents “crown rot” during winter rains.

San Pedro (Trichocereus)

Bridgesii, Pachanoi, Peruvian Torch

Feeder Alert: Prevents base rot, but you MUST feed regularly with “BioCharge”.

Caudiciforms

Desert Rose (Adenium), Fockea, Pachypodium

Tip: Excellent for “staging” these plants. Use the “squeeze test” to know when to water.

Euphorbia

Obesa, African Milk Tree, White Ghost

Tip: These hate wet feet. This mix mimics their rocky African habitat perfectly.

Giving Back (Philanthropy)
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Reforestation
We plant 1 tree for every bag sold.

Community
Partnering with local schools & gardens.

Local Partners
Sourced in the USA.

Sustainability
100% Carbon Neutral Shipping.

Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to add gravel at the bottom?

No. Adding gravel actually hinders drainage by creating a “perched water table” (trapping water higher in the pot). For the best results, fill your pot entirely with CACTUS N°01. This maximizes root space and ensures a consistent, fast-draining column from top to bottom.

Is there fertilizer in it?

It contains mild organic nutrients (BioCharge), but we recommend liquid feeding during the growing season.

Does it work for tropical plants?

Only for drought-lovers (Snake Plants, ZZ Plants). It is generally too dry for moisture-loving Ferns or Calatheas unless you amend it.