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  • Perfect for succulent gardens
  • Ideal for Terrariums & dish gardens
  • Great Vase Filler
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About This Product

Used to retain moisture in plant soil, beautify indoor and outdoor container plants, improve plant drainage, and create water and fountain designs. Ideal for terrariums, dish gardens land various craft and decorative uses. Packed in 5 lb. bags.

Highlights

  • Improves the look of house plants by covering the soil
  • Suitable for decorative use in clear vases, dish gardens and terrariums
  • Improves water drainage
  • Loosens heavy or compacted soil
  • Convenient size is easy to carry and work with
  • Natural
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Product Information

Internet # 204370350

Model # 1110

Store SKU # 1001298159

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Specifications

Details

Color Family

Tan

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor

Outdoor Compatibility

No Resistance

Power Options

Touch

Primary Location

Indoor

Returnable

90-Day

Questions & Answers

How many cups of product are in this 5 pound bag?
ByJun 23, 2026
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There are roughly 6 cups of sand in a 5 pound bag.

By|Jun 24, 2026


    Is this silica sand good for growing grape vines outside?
    ByJun 6, 2026
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    Silica sand can be part of a grape-growing soil mix, but it’s not ideal on its own and should be used with other soil components to create the right balance of drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient availability.

    By|Jul 24, 2026

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      can it be used outdoors? planting hen & chicks
      ByJun 3, 2026
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      The Mosser Lee Desert Sand is an all natural silica sand and is considered horticultural sand. Hen and chicks require fast-draining soil, so while our sand will likely work, it is recommended to use a specialized cactus and succulent potting mix.

      By|Jun 4, 2026


        Is this sand good for planting strawberry plants combined with soil.
        ByMay 30, 2026
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        The Mosser Lee Desert Sand is an all natural silica sand and be a great choice for planting strawberries.

        By|Jun 1, 2026


          is this sand good to mix with topsoil to fill dips in lawn
          ByMay 20, 2026
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          The Mosser Lee Deseret Sand is all natural silica sand and can be used as a soil amendment.

          By|May 21, 2026


            I have artificial plants and want to fill my planters/hanging baskets but not too heavy. It is suitable for this application
            ByApr 2, 2026
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            The Mosser Lee Desert Sand is a natural silica sand and can be used for many applications. As you mentioned, sand is heavy, so it might not be the best choice for your hanging baskets.

            By|Apr 3, 2026


              Is it irregular in shape?
              ByMar 1, 2026
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              The Mosser Lee Desert Sand is 100% natural silica sand. Now sure what your question is.

              By|Mar 2, 2026


                Would it be harmful in a Fish Tank
                ByFeb 14, 2026
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                Horticultural sand is generally not recommended for use in a fish tank due to its potential to alter water chemistry.

                By|May 17, 2026

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                  4.7 out of 5

                  • 4.7 out of 263 reviews
                  • 93% recommend this product
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                  Good solution for a pest problem
                  I bought the Mosser Lee Desert Sand as a seal over my indoor pots soil to decrease the gnats that the plants had from the store. Despite putting fresh soil in new pots, the gnats persisted. A search on gnats suggested the sand on the soil along with the vinegar and dish soap in containers to attract the adults. So far it seems to be working.
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                  Response from Mosser Lee-Product ExpertSep 29, 2025
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                    Great sand to use as a potting mix cover for succulents. Also excellent for mixing into succulent potting mix along with Perlite for adequate drainage for cacti.
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                    Response from Mosser Lee-Product ExpertJun 6, 2025
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                    Top sould covering
                    This sand is perfect for indoor and outdoor plants. It helps to jeep the plant gnats away while adding a decorate aspect to thop soil.
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                    Response from Mosser Lee-Product ExpertApr 6, 2023
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                    1 found this review helpful
                    Great product
                    Good for my succulents and tropical plants make them feel at home
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                    Response from Mosser Lee-Product ExpertMar 14, 2023
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                    So far so good. Mixed it with potting soil for...
                    So far so good. Mixed it with potting soil for my mandevilla plant. Still have plants indoors in case of frost. Hoping to bring them outside next week. Happy spring!
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                    Response from Mosser Lee-Product ExpertApr 21, 2022
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                    Worked very well for fungus gnat control....
                    Worked very well for fungus gnat control.
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                    Response from Mosser Lee-Product ExpertJul 19, 2021
                    Thank you for your purchase and the 5 star review.
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                    6 found this review helpful
                    Used it to mix in with my container soil for my mango plants needed to buy 2. Not enough in one bag
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                    Response from Mosser Lee-Product ExpertAug 5, 2026
                    Thank you for your purchase and the 5-star review.
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                    This was good for doing soil cover with my cactus
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                    Response from Mosser Lee-Product ExpertJul 23, 2026
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