Cactus Watering in Winter and Planting Methods
As we all know, the cactus is a fairly drought-tolerant plant, and its survival rate is also very high, so it is favored by many people. However, although the cactus is a relatively cold-tolerant and drought-tolerant plant, it still needs to be watered regularly. So, how do you water a cactus? How do you plant a cactus in winter? Let's take a look together at the watering methods and planting methods for cacti!
I. How to Water a Cactus?
1. How to Water a Newly Planted One
When watering a cactus, in order to avoid root rot, you need to control the amount of water well. Generally speaking, if your cactus has just been planted, do not water it; you only need to mist it two to three times a day, and after half a month you can water it with a small amount of water. After it has grown for one month, you can gradually water it.
2. Watering Time
If you are watering the cactus in summer, you can do it in the morning. But if you are watering in winter, you need to do it in the morning on a sunny day. If you are watering the cactus in spring or autumn, then you can water in the morning or in the evening.
3. Watering Precautions
How do you water a cactus? We all know that cacti do not have high water requirements, so when watering them, you must control the amount of water well, and by no means let the entire potting soil become too wet. The ultimate principle for watering a cactus is to prefer dry over wet, and when you water, water thoroughly.
II. How to Plant a Cactus in Winter?
1. First place a layer of tiles in the pot; the purpose of this is to give the roots more breathing space, and at the same time it makes root rot less likely. If you really cannot find tiles, you can drill holes around the pot for ventilation, and that way the cactus will also be less prone to rot. However, note that you cannot choose a pot that is too large, because soil in too large a pot does not dry out as easily, and at the same time it is not good for the growth of the cactus root system.
2. Next you can use sandy loam soil to cultivate the cactus, because this kind of soil is more breathable. During the cactus growing season, you can apply fertilizer once every twenty days, but remember to water the cactus according to the principle of not watering when not dry, and watering thoroughly when you do water.
3. Finally, because the cactus is a light-loving plant, you should let it bask in the sun as much as possible. If the cactus cannot see sunlight for a long time, it may wither. Generally speaking, only the golden barrel cactus cannot be exposed to the sun in summer, and if the cactus does not get enough light, it will not be able to bloom the next year.
The above has introduced to everyone how to water a cactus, as well as relevant knowledge on how to plant a cactus in winter, and I hope it can be of some help to everyone. Because cacti can protect against radiation, they are absolutely the first choice for young people who work in front of computers for long periods!