What does it mean when a cactus blooms?
The following is an introduction to the meaning of a cactus blooming and the symbolic meaning of cactus blooming in terms of green plant care for netizens. Next, the editor of this site will introduce to everyone.
The cactus is a very easy plant to cultivate, native to desert areas, preferring high temperature and dry climate, with a strong vitality. Even someone who has never planted a plant before can easily keep a cactus alive. So, what does it mean when a cactus blooms? When does a cactus bloom?
What does it mean when a cactus blooms:
The meaning of a cactus blooming is very good, representing the tenacity of life, the luck in life, as well as auspiciousness and satisfaction. The meaning of a cactus blooming varies from place to place. Some say that a cactus blooming represents the forgiveness of mistakes, probably because the chance of a cactus blooming is very small and the blooming time is very brief. It is precisely because the bloom of the cactus is brief that people cherish the time of the cactus blooming even more.
When does a cactus bloom:
Cacti usually bloom around May, and the duration of blooming varies by species. Some, like grass cacti, may bloom for only a few hours to a day, while others, like Yulong Fenghua cacti, can bloom for two to three days. Generally, it takes at least 3 to 4 years of cultivation and a diameter of at least 3 to 4 centimeters to see a cactus bloom, but the difficulty of blooming differs depending on the species of the cactus. Generally, the裸萼 ball genus is easier to bloom, like Fenghua cactus, while the golden cactus is rarely seen blooming,据说 it takes more than ten or twenty years to bloom.
How to make a cactus bloom:
1. Soil: The soil for planting cacti should be soft and nutritious. You can buy some special nutrient soil for planting cacti and other plants, which helps the plant absorb water and air and can promote early blooming.
2. Light: Cacti enjoy plenty of sunlight and ultraviolet light. In seasons with less rain, try to place them outdoors for better lighting and ventilation conditions, which is very helpful for the robust growth of the plant and can also promote early blooming.
3. Temperature: The optimal growing temperature for cacti is between 20 to 30℃, and it is best to have a larger temperature difference between day and night, which is conducive to its growth. Be careful not to let it stay in a high-temperature and stuffy environment in summer, and keep the temperature above 5℃ in winter.
4. Water: Water the cactus once every 1 to 2 days from April to June, strengthen ventilation and regulate watering when the temperature exceeds 38℃ in July and August, water normally when the room temperature is above 15℃ in winter, water every half month when the room temperature is between 5 to 10℃, and do not water when it is below 5℃.
5. Fertilization: Proper fertilization during the growing season can promote blooming. Do not fertilize when the temperature exceeds 32℃ or falls below 20℃. Fertilizers should be chosen, such as chicken manure, bone meal, and cake fertilizer, which should be fully composted, diluted with water, and then poured into the pot.
The above sharing on the meaning of a cactus blooming and the specific introduction of the symbolic meaning of cactus blooming are for netizens' reference.