How to Care for Cacti
A detailed introduction about how to care for cacti and some handy tips for maintaining them, related to green plants. Keep reading!
Many friends keep a pot of cacti at home to purify the air. Besides cacti, they are also known by other names such as grass ball, evergreen ball, etc. Cacti not only look very beautiful but are also drought-resistant due to their original growth in desert areas, making them easy to grow. The methods for growing cacti mainly include five aspects: soil selection, scientific watering, appropriate temperature, suitable lighting, and scientific fertilization.
First, Soil Selection
Nutrient-rich soil is usually composed of decomposed leaf soil, garden soil, and coarse sand, which has the characteristics of being loose, breathable, and fertile. Friends with conditions can mix it themselves. Additionally, it's best to place some broken tiles at the bottom of the pot, which helps with better drainage and enhanced breathability.
Second, Scientific Watering
Watering is not necessary often; water when the potting soil is dry. Three points should be noted when watering: First, water thoroughly but do not let water accumulate in the pot, as excessive water can cause root rot. Second, it's best to use rainwater or melted snow, and if only tap water is available, let it sit for two days before using it, avoiding direct use. Third, do not water from the top of the plant, as this can cause the ball to crack or even rot.
Third, Appropriate Temperature
Cacti enjoy warm environments, are heat-tolerant but not cold-tolerant, and temperatures between 20-32°C are most suitable for their growth. However, cacti can turn black when exposed to high temperatures for extended periods. Therefore, some shading measures are needed when the temperature exceeds 35 degrees.
Fourth, Suitable Lighting
Cacti are light-loving plants, and soft, warm light is best for their growth. In summer, when the light is too strong, shading measures should be taken; in winter, when the light is weaker, the duration of exposure should be extended.
Fifth, Scientific Fertilization
Cacti do not need to be fertilized often. During their growing season, fertilizing once a month is sufficient. For fertilizer selection, superphosphate or potassium phosphate can be used.
The above is a detailed introduction about how to care for cacti and some handy tips for their maintenance, hoping it can be helpful to you!