How often should you water a cactus?

How often should you water a cactus?

When watering cacti, you should follow the principle of "better dry than wet". Do not let the soil be too moist. Make sure the soil is very dry before watering. Water it thoroughly each time. Usually, tap water is used for watering, but it needs to be left for 2-3 days before use.

1. Watering cacti in spring

Spring is the time when cactus grows vigorously, but it does not need too much water. Generally, watering it once every 7 days or so is sufficient.

2. Watering cacti in summer

In the hot summer, the water in the cactus body and the soil will evaporate quickly, so it is necessary to replenish water in time. It is recommended to water it once every 3 days.

3. Watering cacti in autumn

In autumn, cactus will enter its growing season again. During this period, cactus still needs water, but the frequency of watering can be appropriately reduced, and watering once every 12 days or so is enough.

4. Watering cacti in winter

As the temperature drops in winter, the cactus will enter a dormant stage. At this time, it only needs to be watered once every half a month or so, and the amount of water should not be too much.

Cactus watering precautions

1. When watering the cactus, you must pay attention to the water quality. Never use tap water directly for irrigation. It needs to be left for 2-3 days before use.

2. The specific frequency of watering cactus is not fixed and is greatly affected by the weather. If there is continuous rainy weather, you can reduce the amount of watering appropriately.