How to care for a cactus
An introduction to caring for cacti and detailed cultivation methods for green plants and flowers, with specific details as follows:
When it comes to cacti, they are quite polarizing in the circle of flower enthusiasts. Those who like them find them very unique and can keep many pots at home, while those who don't like them think they are not very ornamental and have thorns that can be very prickly. In fact, if a cactus is well cared for, its leaves can be thick and textured, making it quite beautiful. Today, let's take a look at how to care for a cactus to make its leaves plump.
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's cacti still look shriveled and lackluster. Today, let's talk about the main points to note when caring for a cactus.
1. Cacti become shriveled due to lack of light
If most flower enthusiasts want to grow a very thick cactus, they need to pay attention to many issues. The first thing to note is the issue of light. Many people's cacti grow poorly, and the first thing to consider is whether they lack sunlight.
Cacti are flowers that love sunlight and are best kept in a south-facing balcony or outdoors with plenty of light. The stronger the sunlight, the better the cactus grows. Once sunlight is lacking, the leaves of the cactus start to shrivel, affecting its ornamental value.
How to care for a cactus
2. Cacti lack vitality, possibly due to lack of water
Usually, when we talk about cacti, many flower enthusiasts automatically associate them with drought tolerance. Since the original habitat of cacti is in desert areas, they do have good drought tolerance. However, good drought tolerance does not mean they do not need water. If you find that the fleshy stem of the cactus has started to shrink and become shriveled, it is likely to be due to lack of water.
Watering a cactus should be done when the soil is dry. You must water it only when the soil is completely dry, as the roots of the cactus are strong and the surface may be dry, but the bottom might still be moist. Water thoroughly but avoid积水, as excessive watering can cause root rot in cacti.
3. Use "soybean water" for lack of fertilizer
If you want the leaves of the cactus to grow thick and textured, fertilizer is essential. If the cactus is lacking in fertilizer, it generally will not be in good condition. Spring is a good time for cacti to grow, so we need to take advantage of this time to apply more fertilizer to the cacti.