Is it possible to have a cactus full of flowers? This way we will produce endless beautiful flowers in a completely natural way.
Succulents like cacti are hardy, easy to grow and extremely diverse. However, despite their fame: no, they are not immortal. In fact, the cold can be one of your greatest enemies. It is therefore advisable to have in-depth knowledge on how to care for succulents in winter. One way to avoid unpleasant inconveniences but, above all, to keep them alive and flowering frequently even in winter. But if we know the right tricks, we can enjoy beautiful winter flowering.
Cactus full of endless flowers naturally
The cactus is a succulent plant, that is, a tropical plant native to Brazil, where it grows in a warm, humid and tropical climate. The ideal temperature for this type of plant should be between 15 and 23 degrees and with exposure to light, but indirect. When you live in a place that has mild and not very harsh winters, it is possible to let it live outdoors, taking care to protect it in the coldest season, so as not to expose it to possible frost .
Even at Christmas, you should treat a cactus as a tropical plant. After watering it, you should let the water dry completely. Any water stagnation could cause the roots to rot. Only if you live in a particularly humid house, will it be appropriate to place a saucer with water and pebbles under the vase. Once the water has evaporated, it will ensure that the plant absorbs the moisture it needs.
How to get flowers without stopping? The natural method
When they are in their natural environment, that is, in the ground, they prefer the soil most suitable for succulent plants, so that it can drain well.
As a fertilizer, sugar can help nourish succulent plants by increasing their well-being, i.e. by dissolving a little sugar in the water used to water the plants. However, the appropriate period for fertilization ends with the flowering period. The flowers of Christmas cactus bloom after a dormant period of about four weeks. This process can be encouraged by making sure the plant has the elements it needs to thrive: longer, cooler nights. Keep the plant in the dark for about 12-14 hours a day. If you don’t have a dark place to put it, you can cover the Christmas cactus in a box or with a clean cloth.
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