How to care for a cactus
This article provides an introduction to the care and cultivation methods of cacti, including green plant flower care and precautions. Let's follow the editor to explore the details!
Speaking of cacti, they are quite polarizing in the circle of flower enthusiasts. Those who like them are very fond of them, thinking they are very unique and can keep many pots at home. Those who don't like them find them unattractive and prickly, which can be very irritating. Actually, if cacti are properly cared for, their leaves can be thick and textured, making them quite beautiful. Today, let's take a look at how to care for cacti to make their leaves plump and healthy.
Although it is commonly said that cacti are very easy to care for and belong to the category of "lazy person's flowers," many people still find their cacti looking dried and lackluster. Today, I will discuss the main points to consider when caring for cacti.
1. Cacti become dried out mainly due to lack of light
Most flower enthusiasts who want to grow thick cacti need to pay attention to many issues. The first thing to consider is lighting. When many flower enthusiasts find their cacti not doing well, they should first consider whether they are lacking in sunlight.
Cacti are flowers that love sunlight and are best kept on a sunny south-facing balcony or outdoors. The stronger the sunlight, the better the cacti grow. Once they lack sunlight, the leaves of cacti start to shrivel, affecting their ornamental value.
How to care for a cactus
2. Cacti may lack spirit due to insufficient water
Usually, when we talk about cacti, many flower enthusiasts automatically associate them with drought resistance. Since cacti are native to desert areas, they indeed have good drought resistance. However, good drought resistance does not mean they do not need water. If you find that the flesh stems of cacti have started to shrivel and wither, it is likely due to insufficient water.
Watering cacti should be done when the soil feels dry. You must water them only when the soil is completely dry, as cacti have strong roots and the surface may be dry, but the bottom could still be moist. Water thoroughly but avoid waterlogging, as excessive watering can lead to root rot in cacti.
3. Use "soybean water" for insufficient fertilizer
If you want the leaves of cacti to grow thick and textured, fertilizer is essential. If they lack fertilizer, cacti generally do not look very good. Spring is a great time for cacti to grow, so we should take advantage of this period to apply more fertilizer to them.