![Can Cacti Live Without Light? How Long? [Experiment, Photos]](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAxMjAwIDk2MCIgd2lkdGg9IjEyMDAiIGhlaWdodD0iOTYwIiBkYXRhLXU9Imh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LnlvdXJpbmRvb3JoZXJicy5jb20lMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwOCUyRkNhY3RpLUxpdmluZy1XaXRob3V0LUxpZ2h0LUluZm9ncmFwaGljcy5qcGciIGRhdGEtdz0iMTIwMCIgZGF0YS1oPSI5NjAiIGRhdGEtYmlwPSIiPjwvc3ZnPg==)
In the desert, cacti get a lot of light, and they love it. But without light, will they still thrive? Of course many will tell you that “Yes they need a light”. But do they really? How long cacti can stay without light? Here I spend a month doing intense experiments with photos and in-depth…
![Do Cactus Thrive in Being Crowded? [6 Tips, Pros, and Cons]](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAxMjAwIDk2MCIgd2lkdGg9IjEyMDAiIGhlaWdodD0iOTYwIiBkYXRhLXU9Imh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LnlvdXJpbmRvb3JoZXJicy5jb20lMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwOCUyRkNhY3RpLUFycmFuZ2VtZW50LUluZm9ncmFwaGljLmpwZyIgZGF0YS13PSIxMjAwIiBkYXRhLWg9Ijk2MCIgZGF0YS1iaXA9IiI+PC9zdmc+)
Growing several cacti in one container sounds like a fabulous idea. Imagine their different color, shapes, and size in one nice looking container recreating a mini desert or a garden. Be careful! If you do not respect one basic principle, you might kill half of your beloved cacti! Cacti grow successfully in crowded environments as…
Are you wondering if you can plant a cactus exclusively in gravel? I thought about that too back when I first started growing cactus professionally a few years ago. Cactus planted in pure gravel will have a short life span due to the gravel’s lack of essential nutrients and water retention capability needed for cactus…
Jade Plants are known for their vibrant, deep green color and its association with luck and prosperity in many cultures. If those green leaves are suddenly turning red is it a bad and unlucky sign? Red leaves or pigmentation on Jade Plants can either be due to one or more of the following factors: 1)…
The string of pearls is a trailing plant with small rounded leaves that resembles a beaded necklace. This unique succulent is appealing to the eye, and for some pets and little kids, it may appear edible like little candy. What’s happened if your kids and pets ingest them? The string of pearls is toxic to…
![Why Is String Of Pearls Sticky? [2 Reasons and 3 Solutions]](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAxMjAwIDk2MCIgd2lkdGg9IjEyMDAiIGhlaWdodD0iOTYwIiBkYXRhLXU9Imh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LnlvdXJpbmRvb3JoZXJicy5jb20lMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwOCUyRkNsZWFuaW5nLVN0aWNreS1TdHJpbmctb2YtUGVhcmxzLUluZm9ncmFwaGljLmpwZyIgZGF0YS13PSIxMjAwIiBkYXRhLWg9Ijk2MCIgZGF0YS1iaXA9IiI+PC9zdmc+)
All of a sudden, your beautiful string of pearls looks sticky like dry honey? In this case, your plant has a problem, a serious one. The good news? You can still save your plant, but you need to act quickly. A string of pearls can be sticky for two reasons: 1) the plant’s natural mechanism…
![The 10 Most Beautiful Cactus Flower [Big Survey]](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA0MDAgMzAwIiB3aWR0aD0iNDAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjMwMCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3VyaW5kb29yaGVyYnMuY29tJTJGd3AtY29udGVudCUyRnVwbG9hZHMlMkYyMDIxJTJGMDglMkZUSEUtMTAtQkVTVC1DQUNUVVMtRkxPV0VSLTEucG5nIiBkYXRhLXc9IjQwMCIgZGF0YS1oPSIzMDAiIGRhdGEtYmlwPSIiPjwvc3ZnPg==)
Cactus may look peculiar and prickly, but most of them can produce stunning blossoms of vivid display. Do you know which cacti have the most beautiful floral presentation? A survey I I did on 100+ cactus enthusiasts will make your life easier when you want a cactus to show off. The best flower-bearing cactus species,…
![Are Cacti Trees? [Differences And Similarities]](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAxMjAwIDk2MCIgd2lkdGg9IjEyMDAiIGhlaWdodD0iOTYwIiBkYXRhLXU9Imh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LnlvdXJpbmRvb3JoZXJicy5jb20lMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwOCUyRkNhY3R1cy12cy1UcmVlLUluZm9ncmFwaGljLmpwZyIgZGF0YS13PSIxMjAwIiBkYXRhLWg9Ijk2MCIgZGF0YS1iaXA9IiI+PC9zdmc+)
You’ve certainly seen personally or in a movie and photos some giant cactus, meters tall standing as a tree. Have you wondered if cactus are actually trees? What is a cactus? Generally, cactus is not a tree. Cactus is a subcategory of succulents from the Cactaceae family. Cactus differs from a tree by its stem…
![Final Guide: How To Get Rid Of Scales On Cactus? [Video and Photos Included]](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAxMjAwIDk2MCIgd2lkdGg9IjEyMDAiIGhlaWdodD0iOTYwIiBkYXRhLXU9Imh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LnlvdXJpbmRvb3JoZXJicy5jb20lMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwOCUyRkdldC1SaWQtT2ZmLVNjYWxlcy1JbmZvZ3JhcGhpYy5qcGciIGRhdGEtdz0iMTIwMCIgZGF0YS1oPSI5NjAiIGRhdGEtYmlwPSIiPjwvc3ZnPg==)
Although most cactus have tough thorns, certain pests are just too small to be repelled through this defense. Have you ever had an encounter with small white insects on your cactus? Are you fed up with treating them because they keep on coming back? Here’s the solution (hint: some products you have at home can…
![Moon Cactus Brown Spots? 6 Problems [And Solutions]](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA0MDAgMzAwIiB3aWR0aD0iNDAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjMwMCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3VyaW5kb29yaGVyYnMuY29tJTJGd3AtY29udGVudCUyRnVwbG9hZHMlMkYyMDIxJTJGMDglMkZ3b3JkLWltYWdlLTI3LnBuZyIgZGF0YS13PSI0MDAiIGRhdGEtaD0iMzAwIiBkYXRhLWJpcD0iIj48L3N2Zz4=)
A colorful moon cactus is always a great addition to your cacti collection. Aside from being a low-maintenance plant, it carries a good vibe through its bright colors. However, it can be alarming when portions of your colored plant begin to develop brown spots. Is this any sort of disease? What’s the cause, how to…
![How Much Sunlight Does A Moon Cactus Need? [Too Much or Too Little]](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAxMjAwIDk2MCIgd2lkdGg9IjEyMDAiIGhlaWdodD0iOTYwIiBkYXRhLXU9Imh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LnlvdXJpbmRvb3JoZXJicy5jb20lMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwOCUyRkhvdy1NdWNoLVN1bmxpZ2h0LURvZXMtQS1Nb29uLUNhY3R1cy1OZWVkLUluZm9ncmFwaGljcy5qcGciIGRhdGEtdz0iMTIwMCIgZGF0YS1oPSI5NjAiIGRhdGEtYmlwPSIiPjwvc3ZnPg==)
Moon cactus is just a kind of finicky as it is two distinct cacti grafted together with different cultivation needs. One example is their differences in light requirements. So, how much sunlight does a moon cactus need? A moon cactus needs at least 4- 6 hours of indirect sunlight and prefers a bright, shaded spot…
![10 Best Cactus Plants [Extensive Survey Results]](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA0MDAgMzAwIiB3aWR0aD0iNDAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjMwMCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy55b3VyaW5kb29yaGVyYnMuY29tJTJGd3AtY29udGVudCUyRnVwbG9hZHMlMkYyMDIxJTJGMDglMkZ3b3JkLWltYWdlLTIucG5nIiBkYXRhLXc9IjQwMCIgZGF0YS1oPSIzMDAiIGRhdGEtYmlwPSIiPjwvc3ZnPg==)
With their various shapes, textures, and colors, it’s no wonder why cacti are always on the list for most plant enthusiasts. However, which one is the best? To solve this problem, I surveyed 100+ cactus lovers and asked them what cactus they considered the best. I sorted the ten best cacti with the most votes….