This step can be done with succulent soil, cactus soil, or soil mixed with sand. Potting and repotting Aeonium. A well-drained potting mixture will ensure that your plants thrive. After the cutting has been cured, you may place it in a container with well drained soil. Place the seeds in well-drained soil (sand or soil mixture) and cover them with soil. Once you have your seeds, you are ready to sow. To water your plants from the bottom, the pots must be able to drain well. A lot of water can cause the soil to become wet. This will lead to the roots becoming rotten.