![]() ![]() These are usually provided with a mix more like that used for the majority of other houseplants. Rare and exotic tropical cactus from the Amazon rainforest to flower for the first time in the UK at Cambridge University Cambridge University Botanic Gardens. ![]() ![]() However, some cacti come from rainforests and have much higher water and humidity needs. Most come from dry, arid areas where rainfall and humidity are very low, so they will need a very free-draining medium and care which mimics these conditions. On a hot day, the water in a pot can evaporate before the cactus has had time to draw it in and replenish the water in its stem.” “A cactus in a small pot needs more care to keep it hydrated and prevent scorching. The body of the cactus is well established to defend itself from the sun and dry wind. “Their roots grow down deep where it’s cooler and more moisture in the soil can be found. “Cacti in the wild have adapted to the harsh conditions they receive,” says Darren Evans, Plant Manager at Pugh’s Cacti. The first thing to understand when choosing or creating a potting soil for cacti is where those cacti come from and the conditions in their native range. Providing a growing medium which is suitably free-draining is essential if you are to grow cacti successfully in your home. Our homes can provide the appropriate temperatures for these heat-loving plants, but if we fail to provide an appropriate growing medium then they will not be very happy.Ĭacti grown in an unsuitable medium can often suffer from root rot. Most cacti grow in warm and dry conditions. Learn how to make the ideal potting soil for cacti in this guide. Although they can be easy to care for, one non-negotiable is that they do need to be grown in a suitable cactus mix. ![]()
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