scales

After getting rid of a plant that has been infested with scales, can I keep the soil mix that housed the plant?

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 02/01/2017 @ 9:43 am

Though it is possible to sterilize the soil, I really recommend starting with a new, good quality potting soil.

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