Cacti are a type of succulent plants known their ability to survive in hot and dry conditions. They have unique and interesting shapes that makes gardeners and plant enthusiasts to love them. Holiday cacti in particular produces colcorful blooms around the winter holidays.
It is relatively easy to care for a cactus plant, but there are a few conditions you have to meet for them to thrive including:
Under right care, cacti are long-lived and low-maintenance plants that can add a unique touch to any indoor or outdoor space.
Below are a collection of posts exploring on care requirements for various cacti plants.
Cactus grow slowly and it takes time to realize any new changes. This plant is remarkably hardy and you may also not easily tell when it is in trouble. When grown indoors, a few blunders in the care routine may result in the premature death of a cactus. So, how do you tell if your…
Cacti are incredibly beautiful plants when healthy. But sometimes, they can discolor when under distress. Cactus turning white is a common problem that results from several conditions, including pest infestations, inadequate lighting, sunburn, frost burn, root rot, and over-fertilizing. Fortunately, these problems are usually easy to fix, but you must act quickly before your plant…
Cacti are remarkably hardy plants, but you can’t rule out some challenges. When stressed out, a cactus will easily change its texture or color. A yellowing cactus may signify incorrect watering, sunburn, inadequate lighting, pest infestation, or transplant shock. You can help your plant recover and thrive by identifying the cause of your Christmas cactus’…
Cacti are super hardy plants known to store water in their succulent stem. They prefer sunny conditions and well-draining soil. Their minimal watering and fertilizer needs make them a great addition to any garden. If your cactus is leaning and falling over, it could indicate poor or directional lighting, root damage, improper potting, and pest…
Cacti are remarkably easy to grow and maintain. However, you may notice a few problems once in a while. Cactus going soft and mushy is something that needs urgent attention. You may be able to save your plant if you discover the underlying cause. A cactus might get squishy due to fungal and bacterial…
Cactus can live over a century, but many changes occur. It’s common to see the plant losing its glorious green texture to leathery like a callus when aging. The cactus might turn brown, and owners may not know if they are looking at cactus corking or rot. So, what are the differences been cactus corking…
Cacti are well adapted to dry conditions, and it becomes relatively easy to grow and care for them as houseplants. One thing you cannot ignore is when your cactus is turning brown. It might signify distress from an underlying problem that may harm or kill your plant. A cactus may turn brown due to overwatering,…
Many houseplants die as a result of improper watering. Cacti aren’t comfortable when overwatered and neither when the soil gets too dry. Underwatered and overwatered succulents may show the same symptoms, but you must know the difference to fix it. An overwatered cactus has much water in the soil, causing the roots to suffocate and…
Moon cactus, also called Hibotan, is a mutant albino species that won’t produce chlorophyll; this makes it expose the bright neon shades. Since these plants cannot photosynthesize, grafting them onto a rootstock cactus gives them sugars and nutrients for survival. Grafting a moon cactus involves attaching the colorful top part of the plant (that cannot…
Moon cactus, also known as a hibotan cactus, is a popular houseplant native to desert habitats of South America. It is usually sold as a hybrid plant combining two different species of cacti grafted together. The top section appearing as a spherical ball, is a varied mutant of Gymnocalycium mihanovichii cacti. These species lack chlorophyll…