Cactus

Great Cacti for indoors

The Cactus is an old familiar houseplant that requires very little maintenance. The Cactus is back in fashion and is now a really hip houseplant. The spines and large stem give the Cactus a unique and striking character. When unpacking, be careful not to prick yourself on the spines of the Cactus!
The Cactus is a plant with many hundreds of varieties. Large cacti small cacti and mini cacti. Some of these species are the Euphorbia, or desert cactus, the Rhipsalis and, for example, the globular cactus also called Echinocactus grusonii or the mother-in-law's chair. All very tricky names so we'll stick to Cactus for now! The Cactus is a perfect plant for people who prefer not to look after their houseplant. The plant requires very little care. So the cactus is ideal for people who are often away from home or are not good at keeping houseplants alive.

Taking care of a cactus

What is the best way to take care of your cactus? This will not be a very long text because the cactus needs very little care! A perfect houseplant for someone who doesn't like taking care of a plant every week. However, there are a few things you should pay attention to when caring for your cactus. After all, the cactus can quickly die from too much water! It is therefore very important to know how much and when to water your cactus. The fact that the cactus needs little care makes it a perfect living room plant for students, for instance!

Watering a cactus

Planning to water your cactus? Then read these tips carefully because the number 1 reason why cacti die quickly is because of too much water. We have some handy tips for you so that you do not give your cactus too little water, but certainly not too much either. The cactus has very few stomata, so it does not evaporate much water. The stem of the cactus also absorbs a lot of water, so the cactus can go for months without water!
At low temperatures, it is advisable to keep the soil dry. In winter, the cactus can survive well on just one watering every three months. If the cactus is in a warm living room, watering once a month is enough to keep it happy! In summer, the cactus needs a little more water, but be careful not to water too much. When in doubt, do not water the cactus. Too much water causes root rot. You often only notice this when it is too late. So be careful when watering your cactus and when in doubt, water less rather than more! A cactus does not need to be watered. In winter, however, you can spray instead of watering.

The ideal habitat for a cactus

All cactus species do not have many requirements in terms of location. A cactus can be in a light spot, but also in the shade. The Echinocactus grusonii is a cactus species that likes a lot of direct sunlight. This globular cactus likes at least five hours of direct sunlight on it. You can also just put the Echinocactus grusonii outside! The spines function as a natural UV filter. The Euphorbia is a cactus that can really stand anywhere. Normal daylight is fine for the cactus. Put it in the shade or in the sun, the Euphorbia cactus doesn't care!

Repot a cactus

Do you want to put your cactus in a bigger pot? Then read our tips carefully so that you don't get pricked by the cactus spines! A cactus is a tricky plant to repot properly. Its spines can easily injure you. When repotting your cactus, it is advisable first of all to choose a pot size 20% larger than the pot size. This will give the cactus more room to root and grow!
The cactus is a medium-sized houseplant and will not grow very large very quickly. When repotting your cactus, we recommend using gloves. This will protect you from the sharp spines of the cactus. Some cactus species have such strong spines that they easily pierce through your glove or towel. With these species it is advisable to put a cardboard box around the cactus to protect you from the sharp spines! *Green Bubble is not liable for any injuries caused by repotting a cactus*.

Pruning a cactus

Pruning a cactus is quite a job! When your cactus gets too big, you might want to make it a bit smaller. First of all, you have to deal with the infamous sharp spines of the cactus, so wear gloves even when pruning the cactus! If the cactus has many branches, you can prune some of them. Make sure not to cut into the main stem of the cactus, the cactus will not like this.
Take care when pruning the Euphorbia cactus. The moment you prune the Euphorbia, it may start bleeding. So-called spurge then comes out of the Euphorbia and spurge is poisonous! So be careful with the fluid coming out of the Euphorbia cactus. The bleeding will stop by itself and dry up. First of all, you will have to deal with those infamous sharp spines of the cactus again.

Feeding your cactus

Wondering what your cactus eats? The cactus is a houseplant that grows relatively slowly. It therefore needs little nutrition. It is a very easy houseplant that requires almost nothing to do! In autumn, the cactus needs no nutrition at all. In the summer months, you might want to give the cactus special fertiliser. This is not necessary and the cactus will do very well with normal universal cactus potting soil.

Everything you need to know about the cactus

When you buy a cactus, you probably immediately think of the desert. There are many different types and sizes of cacti, all with unique properties. Read on quickly to find out even more about the cactus!

Can a cactus flower?

At first glance, a cactus may seem like a somewhat boring plant, but appearances can be deceiving. In winter, the cactus is in a kind of hibernation, but in spring, a cactus can flower, provided it gets enough sunlight on it! Different species of cacti have very pretty flowers. So that makes your cactus a flowering houseplant in spring!

Is a cactus poisonous?

There are a number of species of cacti that are poisonous. If a cactus is damaged and you see white sap coming out of the stem, it is most likely poisonous. If you have ingested the white sap or got it in your eye, consult a doctor immediately. The sap that comes out of some cacti, such as Euphorbia, is called spurge and is toxic to humans.
Also take care of the cacti's sharp spines and thorns. These can cause serious damage! So don't accidentally sit on a cactus! If a cactus spines get stuck in your house, try to remove them as soon as possible.

Origin of the cactus.

Wondering where your cactus really comes from. Of course, everyone is familiar with the fact that a cactus is commonly found in the desert, but not all types of cacti grow in the desert. The cactus originates from areas in Africa and Central and South America. They grow on high and low mountains as well as on tropical islands and in deserts. You can actually find cacti everywhere!

Buy a cactus at the Green Bubble

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