How to grow the fairy finger so that it will bloom out of the pot?

Cactus finger, also known as fairy branch or cactus , is a short-day plant that prefers semi-shady growing conditions and is more sensitive to high temperatures. Its suitable growth temperature range is 19-32℃. Not only does it serve as an ornamental plant, it can also help improve indoor air quality. When the fairy finger blooms, it presents a lush and beautiful scene. It is one of the most popular indoor flowers in our country. Let’s learn together how to grow the fairy finger so that it will bloom into a big bloom.

1. Choose the right soil

Fairy fingers are not very demanding on the soil and can grow even in ordinary garden soil, but if you want to promote flowering, it is not advisable to use highly alkaline soil. It is recommended to use slightly acidic sandy loam, such as humus soil. This type of soil is loose, fertile and well-drained, which is conducive to the growth and flowering of cactus. When repotting, you can use a mixture of peat soil, garden soil and cinders to maintain soil permeability and drainage.

2. Adequate lighting

Fairy fingers need more light to promote flowering. Even in winter, make sure it receives enough sunlight. Appropriate low temperature and sufficient sunlight are conducive to the differentiation of flower buds. In spring, continue to provide plenty of light and you will soon see flower buds forming. The fairy finger can tolerate temperatures up to 35°C, but if the temperature rises to 40°C, it should be properly shaded to avoid burns from strong sunlight.

3. Appropriate drought

The fairy finger is very drought-resistant, and overwatering may cause it to not bloom or even root rot. Therefore, watering should keep the soil moderately dry and should be done only after the soil is completely dry. This drought-resistant maintenance method helps stimulate the flowering of cactus and promotes the germination of large numbers of flower buds.

4. Supplement phosphorus and potassium fertilizers

Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers are essential for the flowering of fairy fingers. Spring is a critical period for fertilization. The use of nitrogen fertilizer should be reduced and compound fertilizer with high phosphorus and potassium content and low nitrogen content should be applied instead. You can use fertilizers such as potassium dihydrogen phosphate, dilute with water at a ratio of 1:1000, water or spray once a week for three consecutive weeks to promote the formation of flower buds.

In short, the maintenance of the fairy finger is not complicated. As long as you provide suitable soil, sufficient light, a moderate drought environment and timely supplementation of phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, you can promote the flowering of the fairy finger and make it bloom beautiful flowers.