How to grow a cactus so that it blooms

Cactus flowering time

Cactus usually blooms around May every year. Its flowering period is related to the variety and maintenance environment. Some can only last for one day after flowering, while others can be open for more than a week. It has relatively high requirements for the flowering environment and needs to be maintained for a certain period of time before it will bloom, at least more than 3 years.

How to grow and bloom cactus

1. Soil : Cactus does not have very high requirements for soil. When planting, you can use soil with good drainage and strong air permeability. It is best to contain a certain amount of lime, which is more conducive to its growth and it can bloom at a certain time.

2. Water : Cactus is a subtropical plant and prefers a humid growing environment. In spring, summer and autumn, it needs to be watered in time to keep the soil moist. In winter, it is best to wait until the soil is dry before watering.

3. Fertilizer : Cactus can be fertilized once every 20 days. Generally, some decomposed liquid fertilizer is applied. Appropriate topdressing is needed before flowering. This can promote the formation of flower buds, and there will be more flowers after flowering.

4. Pruning : The cactus needs to be properly pruned after the flowering is over. Some of the remaining flowers should be cut off. This can reduce the consumption of nutrients and is more conducive to subsequent growth and development. After pruning, it needs to be placed in a semi-shaded environment for maintenance.