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What You Need To Know Before You Buy A Cactus
Preparing to bring a new Cactus into your life can be a bit confusing. Cacti differ from other plant varieties in many ways, and there are important steps for both selecting and caring for your cactus. The good news? It's simple to set yourself up for success. Read on to learn everything you need to know about selecting, buying and caring for a new Cactus.
Your Cactus Will Need Bright, Direct Light
Cacti require bright, direct sunlight to thrive — and lots of it. Native to extremely bright, dry deserts, they cannot tolerate insufficient light or overwatering. Correctly assess your lighting before buying.
How To Place A Cactus In Your Space
Put your indoor Cactus as close to a window with ample, direct sunshine as possible. South-facing windows are best. Consider safety — many Cacti have needles or thorns and should be placed where children and pets will be safe.
Your Cactus Was Made For Interior Design Impact
Place your Cactus where it can soak up tons of sun — and tons of attention. You'd be selling these eye-catching plants short by tucking them into a corner.
Avoid Overwatering Your Cactus
Overwatering is easy to do but difficult to recover from. Large Cacti prefer about one to two cups of water every few weeks in spring or summer, and even less in fall and winter. Water only when the soil is dry.
Healthy Cacti Can Grow Fast
Consider ceiling height and the fact that Cacti are heavy — choose a size you'll be comfortable with long-term.
How To Select A Thriving Cactus
Look for a Cactus in dry to nearly dry soil, with a firm and well-colored structure without dry or soggy patches.
Avoid Purchasing From A Garden Center
Buy from a trusted premium supplier that offers hand-delivered, properly packaged plants to avoid pest issues and transportation damage.
A Note On Toxicity
Many Cactus varieties are non-toxic, but the Saguaro, Cholla and Barrel Cactus are toxic if ingested. The non-toxic Euphorbia Ammak is the gold standard for indoor ornamental Cacti.
Even The Healthiest Cactus Can Experience Stress
Cacti purchased from Léon & George come with lifelong access to our Plant Doctor service — professional horticulture experts on hand at no charge.