How to care for Golden Tiger Cactus

1. Lighting

The most important thing in the maintenance process is light management, which is very important for it. It should be placed next to a south-facing window to ensure sunlight and ventilation. It cannot be placed in a dark environment indoors for a long time, but it needs to be properly shaded in the summer to avoid exposure to the sun.

2. Temperature

The most suitable temperature for growth is 20-25 degrees. Even in winter, the temperature should not be lower than 8 degrees. The consequence of too low temperature is that yellow spots will appear on it.

3. Water

These plants are relatively drought-resistant, but they cannot be left without any water, otherwise it will cause their growth to become slower. The amount of water varies in different seasons. In summer, you can apply water more frequently in the early morning and evening, avoiding noon. After entering dormancy in winter, the application can be controlled and reduced as much as possible.

4. Nutrients

In order to ensure its healthy growth, the supply of nutrients is very important. In spring and autumn, it grows rapidly and has a large demand. You can apply decomposed fertilizer every half a month. Pay special attention to the concentration, it is better to have a light fertilizer than a high one. Be careful not to get it on the ball to prevent damage. However, except for newly transplanted plants, fertilization should be stopped.