How often to water a golden barrel cactus and key points for its maintenance.

How often to water a golden barrel cactusAnswer questions for netizens about how often to water a golden barrel cactus and knowledge related to the maintenance of golden barrel cacti in the field of green plants and flowers. Let's learn about it together below.Golden barrel cactus, also known as golden ball, is a relatively common type of cactus, which comes in both small and large sizes. The spines on the cactus are numerous and long. I used to raise many of them, starting from the size of an egg, and then growing to the size of a plate. Golden barrel cacti are easy to care for, quite resilient and drought-resistant, and can grow well even with minimal care.How much water does a golden barrel cactus need at one time, how often should it be watered, and how to care for it to make it look beautiful, larger, and survive for many years?How often should a golden barrel cactus be watered? Master two techniques to grow it to the size of a washbasin, fat and beautiful1. How to water in spring and autumnWatering depends on the season. In spring and autumn, when the temperatures are neither too high nor too low, water more frequently. Water when the potting soil dries up, especially in spring and autumn. When the temperature is a bit higher, on sunny days with good light, you can water thoroughly every one or two days, watering thoroughly when the soil dries up, as these two seasons have a faster growth rate and higher water requirements.2. How to water in summer and winterIn summer, when watering a potted cactus, although the temperature is high and water evaporates quickly, under high temperatures of over 30 degrees, the cactus enters a semi-dormant state with reduced water absorption capacity. Therefore, there is no need to water the potting soil thoroughly. Just slightly wet the surface of the soil. However, you shouldn't go without watering for ten days or a month. It is better to keep it in a shaded place.In winter, the amount of watering for a cactus should be even less. Since the temperature is low, it's best to move the golden barrel cactus indoors to prevent frost damage. Keep the potting soil slightly dry, and it's fine not to water for a month. Just a little water is needed when watering.How often should a golden barrel cactus be watered?To care for a golden barrel cactus well, two points need attention:The potting soil should be properly mixedBefore planting a golden barrel cactus, the soil must be prepared. Do not use compacted ordinary soil, known as sticky clay, as it hardens like stone when watered, easily causing waterlogging, which is not conducive to the growth of the cactus roots and can lead to root and ball rot. Use loose leaf mold mixed with half river sand or fine coal slag, coarse sand, small stones to improve drainage and aeration.Do not expose to the sun in summer, but need sun in other seasonsGolden barrel cacti are quite resilient. I once left a small pot of golden barrel cactus indoors for half a month without watering and it was fine, even without sunlight for half a month, but the color turned into a light green, and the shape of the ball was slightly elongated. Therefore, expose it to the sun more in spring and autumn, but not in summer. Prolonged exposure to the sun, combined with long periods without watering, can cause spots on the ball, which is not aesthetically pleasing. In summer, provide some shade and maintain ventilation for a more beautiful and vibrant green color. Caring for a golden barrel cactus in this way can keep it alive for several years. Learn two techniques to grow it to the size of a washbasin and care for it year after year! How many years have you been caring for your golden barrel cactus?The above (Green Plant Enthusiast Network) introduces the full content of how often to water a golden barrel cactus and related maintenance tips, which green plant enthusiasts may refer to.