Are cactus interior or outdoor plants?

Exterior cactus need to take care of hail.

Francisco Javier Martínez

GENERAL CARE OF THE CACTUS

Regardless of whether you have your collection of cactus inside or outside, there are several general care for cactus that apply for all types of cactus. First, these thorny plants prefer warm temperatures and a dry atmosphere, this is one of the reasons why these plants usually attach to the interior of the home. On the other hand, Lighting is one of the key factorssince it needs abundant light, this is the main reason why it is recommended to have cactus abroad, but everything depends on the species since Some species may suffer damage with direct exhibitionsalthough others support it perfectly.

As for irrigation, it is true that Cactus are reputed not to need water And it could be said that this is true, since they endure a lot of time without watering compared to other species. But in the months of growth or flowering, it is necessary to keep the wet substrate, without exceeding the quantity, taking care of the cactus to avoid pests and dirt. Remember that during winter you can stop watering your cactus since it will not need excess moisture.

Clean your cactus to avoid pests.

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Special care for your cactus

Cactus plants are known for being a little demanding plant And this is real, but there are several special care that you will have to take into account when taking care of your plant. The first and the best known is being very careful not to water the plant since it and its roots could take risks. Besides, when you laugh your cactus Try to do it by submerging them in waterto prevent the plant from getting wet, since if it has drops of water in the corners it can be at risk of pests and diseases.

If you decided to leave your cactus plant abroad, you must Be very careful in the rainy seasonsince you will have to dry it constantly and we have to warn you that the worst enemy of the cactus is hail, since the plant hurts and breaks its thorns. You can leave your cactus outside but Try to position them under a surface that protects them from extreme climates to avoid damage. The answer is that you can have your cactus both inside and outside but both positions will need special care to ensure the life of the cactus.