If you grow succulent plants at home and want to offer them the best care and conditions – keep reading to find out what they need.
Soil
The best potting soil for cacti and succulents is a mixture of potting soil and pea gravel. These plants need a porous soil, and this combination will provide drainage. You can also buy ready-made soil, you don’t have to make it yourself. You should not use peat, sphagnum moss or sand for cacti and succulents.
It is a good idea to refresh the soil of your plants by repotting them every year or every other year. This practice helps stimulate new growth.
What should we do if our cactus does not bloom?
Watering
To create a watering schedule that you can stick to, you can put notes on your pots that outline when your plant needs water. Another method to try is to feel the soil deeply – if it feels wet, wait to water, if it’s dry – water. Most often, watering per week is 2-3.
Watering CACTUS: How and how often?
Fertilization
It is best to avoid fast-acting fertilizers or iterations that are marketed as cactus fertilizers. They give the plants a boost, but it is better to bet on a slow-release fertilizer, applying it several times a year.
Soil drainage for this type of plant is extremely important, so avoid pots with saucers on the bottom. Allow the water to drain completely through the bottom to avoid waterlogging the roots. This can suffocate the plant and cause irreparable damage such as rotting.
