If you’re looking for low–maintenance plants that are easy to care for and provides a pop of color to your home, cacti and succulents are the perfect choice. With their intricate and unique shapes and vibrant blooms, these plants can bring a lot of personality to any space. Though they’re often thought of as desert plants, cacti & succulents actually come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and colors, making them ideal for any kind of home décor. The care for these plants is fairly straightforward, but there are some tips and tricks to help keep your plants healthy and happy. Here’s what you need to know to get started:
1. Choose the right pot
When selecting a pot for your cactus, make sure it has plenty of drainage holes. Cacti don’t like to sit in soggy soil, so it’s important to make sure the pot has enough holes for water to escape. Succulents should be repotted every few years to ensure they have enough room to grow. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the existing one, and use a well-draining succulent soil mix.
2. Pick the right soil
Look for a special cactus potting mix that contains a combination of sand, peat moss, and perlite to help promote good drainage.
3. Get the lighting right
Most cacti thrive in bright, indirect sunlight. If you’re not sure where to place your plants, pay attention to how much light the area receives throughout the day. Succulents need plenty of bright, indirect sunlight to thrive. Place your succulents near a window that gets at least 6-8 hours of indirect sunlight each day.
4. Water, but not too much
Cacti need regular watering during their active growing season, but you should reduce this during the winter months. Be sure to water your cacti thoroughly, and then allow the soil to dry out completely before watering again. When it comes to succulents, less is more. Overwatering succulents can cause them to rot or become soggy and die. Aim to water your succulents once every two to three weeks, and make sure to let the soil dry out completely between waterings.
5. Fertilize
If you want to give your cacti a boost, consider giving them a light dose of fertilizer once a year. Look for a fertilizer specially formulated for cacti, and follow the instructions on the package. Succulents don’t require much fertilizer, but you can give them a light dose of a balanced fertilizer every few months.
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