If you want to make super tough artificial rocks
use this no-fail faux rock recipe

This hypertufa recipe is an excellent choice for any garden art object you wish to fabricate that will come into contact with constant ground water/moisture; if you live in climates where you experience freezes and thaws; or where you will be walking upon the rocks (stepping stones).

My Recommended Hypertufa Faux Rock Recipe

1 part portland cement
1 part builders sand
2 parts peat moss
Acrylic fortifying additive
Optional: Concrete dye colorants
Enough water to make a mud-pie consistency

The acrylic fortifying additive is a "must do" as it helps make the rocks stronger. This product should be readily available wherever you are purchasing your Portland cement. (Quikrete's brand is called "Concrete Acrylic Fortifier" and comes in 1 quart and 1 gallon bottles.)

If you are planning on using your faux rocks around a pond's edge, MAKE SURE you carefully follow this information:  How to Properly Cure Hypertufa. You DO NOT want any leaching of lime into your pond's water. Lime is very detrimental to plants and fish!

Make sure you've read this information on how to properly mix hypertufa ingredients. As with any 'tufa project, a successful outcome when mixing up this faux rock recipe is dependent upon the proper ratio of ingredients: Hypertufa Mixing Guidelines: Tips to Help You Avoid Unnecessary Mistakes

And finally, just one more article you'll need to read. Familiarize yourself with the entire rock-making process:  Faux Rock: Guidelines for Successful Projects

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