Cactus cultivation methods and precautions

1. Soil

Cactus is not very strict about the soil, but it must be loose and well-permeable. Its roots will release organic acids. If the soil itself is very sticky, the organic acids will cause the soil to become compacted. After watering, the water will not evaporate easily and will cause root rot. You can use leaf mold, river sand or peat and perlite, mix them in a 1:1 ratio for planting.

2. Lighting

Cacti require relatively strong light during their growing period, but there are some special species, such as cacti in tropical rain forests such as Christmas cactus and false epiphyllum, which do not have particularly high requirements for light and need to be grown in scattered light. Direct exposure to sunlight in summer can cause burns. It has a certain tendency to chase light. If the indoor light cannot meet the requirements, its growth point will face the source of light and become thin and weak.

3. Water

There is a principle to manage the water of cactus: it is better to keep it dry than wet. Just water it thoroughly when it is completely dry.

4. Temperature

Cactus can grow normally at temperatures above 5 degrees. Some varieties can tolerate low temperatures, but they cannot tolerate long-term low temperatures. If the temperature is below 0 degrees for a long time, frost damage will occur.

5. Notes

During the dormant period and low-temperature dormant period, you must pay attention to water control, do not water, and do not water too much, otherwise rot will occur. Some of its bristles can hurt people when caring for it. If there are pets or children in the family, you must take good protection to avoid unnecessary injuries.