How to care for a cactus
About the topic of how to care for this cactus and the small tricks for cactus care, the editor will introduce them to you next.
Cacti have a very wide variety, all kinds of shapes, with many species in each genus, including cacti like the red-flowered cactus, 'Lishe' and the ones we know as 'grass cacti' and so on. For cacti, what is indispensable during the care process? It is sunlight. Once there is sufficient sunlight, it becomes quite simple to care for them. Therefore, today, Xiao Qi will talk about the things to note when caring for a cactus.
The first point is that the soil must be well-ventilated. Many hobbyists cannot grow cacti well indoors because the soil is not suitable. Generally, for beginners, it is recommended to mix soil with more than half of granules to increase soil ventilation and water permeability, preventing root rot. Choose a pot that is not too large and has good ventilation, with a smaller clay pot being the best.
The second point is sunlight, because cacti and cacti-like plants are strong sun-loving flowers. No matter what variety of cactus it is, it should be placed in the sunniest spot. Insufficient sunlight will result in poor growth and easily cause stretching, and it will not bloom.
The third point is to water it properly. Under suitable temperature conditions, if we want it to grow and bloom quickly, watering is essential. Generally, as long as the potting soil is completely dry, water it thoroughly. Do not let the soil stay too dry for long, nor water it too frequently, which can ensure normal growth and blooming without causing dry or rotting roots.
How to care for a cactus
Another aspect is fertilization. Depending on the growing and flowering seasons, we can choose different fertilizers for cacti. For example, if we want to grow a small cactus bigger, we use multi-element or high nitrogen content fertilizers that do not lack other elements. If it has reached a certain age and we want it to bloom continuously, we choose fertilizers high in phosphorus and potassium content, without lacking other elements, such as 'Flower多多 No.2'. Using it once or twice a month can help it grow or bloom quickly.
Cacti are considered one of the easiest plants to care for. We should not choose a pot that is too large, but one with good ventilation, prepare well-ventilated soil, place it in the sunlight, water it properly, and fertilize it appropriately. As long as the cactus is large enough, it will definitely bloom and fill the pot.
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