How to care for a cactus
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Cacti are desert plants with a large, thick spherical body, which leads many people to think that cacti are very large, do not need watering, and are not easy to die. This is one of their characteristics. However, if we want cacti to grow well, we must water them sufficiently. Only with adequate watering can they grow quickly and keep their roots undamaged and bloom well.
Some people may ask how often to water a cactus. Watering a cactus, or any plant, should not be based on time. It depends on the dryness of the potting soil. For example, water-loving plants should be watered promptly when the soil surface is dry, while drought-tolerant plants should be watered thoroughly when the soil is completely dry. The environment we live in varies from region to region, so watering cannot be calculated based on how often or how many days.
Cacti are very drought-tolerant and require us to use loose and breathable soil. I use particle soil for about 60-70% when growing cacti, and the rest is nutritious soil. This type of soil has good water permeability and breathability. Generally, when using a ceramic pot, the soil can dry out in one or two days after watering. My watering principle is to water thoroughly when the soil is dry. This method should be followed unless it is winter, because we want them to grow and bloom quickly.
When I first started growing cacti, I used this kind of soil mixture, and it was difficult to control the watering. Do you know what method I use? I plant cacti in pots about 10 cm high and not too tall. I insert a bamboo skewer or toothpick into the pot almost to the bottom. When I want to water, I pull out the skewer or toothpick to check if there is still moisture at the bottom. If there is moisture, it means the soil still contains water and does not need to be watered. When the toothpick is dry, I wait a day or two and then water thoroughly. This method does not damage the roots and ensures that the cactus roots do not rot. It is the most reliable method for growing most flowers and plants.
How to care for a cactus
Cacti are actually very easy to care for. As long as we keep up with watering and fertilizing and place them in the sunniest spot, once the cactus is large enough and has reached the blooming age, it will directly produce flower buds and bloom, continuously growing and branching out smaller cacti.
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