Cultivation methods and matters needing attention of fisherman cactus

Cultivation method of fisherman cactus: fertile soil, suitable light temperature, water and fertilizer control, precautions: ensure air circulation.

1, fertile soil

Fisherman cactus likes to grow in fertile soil with good drainage. Humus soil, garden soil and coarse sand can be mixed as the cultivation substrate, and then an appropriate amount of compound fertilizer or organic fertilizer can be added to disinfect the soil when planting the fisherman cactus.

2. Suitable light and temperature

Fisherman cactus likes to grow in sunny environment. Sunlight is suitable for plants to thrive. Insufficient light is not good for growth. However, in summer, it is necessary to properly shade the sun and control the temperature below 30 degrees Celsius. In winter, the fisherman cactus can be moved indoors.

3. Control water and fertilizer

Water and fertilizer should be well controlled during the cultivation of cactus, and the principle of dry and thorough watering should be followed. Water 1-2 times a month during the growing period to keep the soil moist. Pay attention to the fact that winter is the dormant period of plants, keep the basin soil dry, fishermen and cactus like fertilizer, and apply dilute fertilizer solution 2-3 times a month during the growing period.

4. Preventive measures

Daily cultivation of opuntia pinnata should pay attention to ventilation, and it can be placed near the window sill to ensure air circulation, otherwise the plants will be easily infected with pests and diseases, and the leaves will rot and wither, but don't put opuntia pinnata in the air outlet in windy weather.

Distribution of fisherman cactus:

Originated in the central part of the Mexican Plateau, it is mainly distributed in Guanajuato, San Luis Potosi, Queretaro and Hidalgo. Introduced to China, widely cultivated in various places. Plants in inland tropical dry areas. I like hot summer, warm winter and sunny environment. Dry early, not afraid of cold, afraid of waterlogging.

The ball is regular, white, open when flowering, and grows slowly. Suitable for family potted plants and widely cultivated in China, it is a popular variety of small balls. Its fruit is eaten by human beings.