The right moves at the appropriate time decide whether the cactus and succulents culture is crowned by flowers. This overview will help you.
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January
- the 'cactus classics' are in a cool state in hibernation; they are not poured
- the cacti, which overwinter at room temperature, receive little water every 2 weeks; do not fertilize
- Schlumbergera hybrids (Christmas cactus) get 4 weeks dry after blooming
- Epiphyllum (leaf cactus), rhipsalis and succulents like Gasteria, Haworthia, Senecio, Pachypodium etc. are watered weekly
- regularly check for pests
February
- in time get pots and soil for repotting; Order seeds and accessories
- the cuttings from October / November last year are dripped. But wait at least two weeks to start casting
- all plants in hibernation still do not pour
March
- The plants are now placed from the winter quarters to the window in heated rooms
- Overspree with clear water wakes up the plants and stimulates new growth; pour sparingly
- when the succulents have filled up again with water, fertilizing is the first time
- Sowing on the bright windowsill, avoiding collision; Cutting cuttings
- Time for pruning thin winter shoots
April
- the seedlings from the sowings of the past year are being transposed; in established plants, fertilization begins
- non-sensitive species can already be brought to protected places in the open air; but you should first get used to the unfiltered sunlight gradually
- when the winter hardy have filled up, the first time fertilizing is announced in the field; Remove unwanted weeds
- Sowing and pruning are possible until July
May
- the plants are in full growth; they should receive plenty of heat, light, water and nutrients
- Living stones begin their growth with the first careful watering
- New acquisitions can be repotted after flowering
- In greenhouses and cold frames, you should ensure good ventilation to avoid damaging stagnant heat
- From mid-May, almost all succulents can stand outdoors
- Time to cut cuttings and to refine
June
- Main growth period of most cacti and succulents; Accordingly, they are to be provided with all the necessary growth factors
- strong-consuming species such as leaf cacti, hylocereus or 'queen of the night' are vigorously watered and fertilized
- the winter hardy outdoors are fertilized once more; new plants can still be added
- last chance to cut Euphorbia cuttings
- cheap time for grafting
- Sowing is still possible
July
- the nutrient supply this season is crucial for the flower bud in winter and the abundance of flowers in the coming year
- Peck out sowings
- freshly planted winter hardy can still grow well and develop a certain growth
- Euphorbia cuttings should be used for rooting by the end of July at the latest; watch out for warm feet
- now perform back and maintenance cuts
August
- The roots of cacti and other succulents grow until about October
- the end of vegetative growth is approaching; Fertilization with nitrogen is reduced
- numerous South African succulents are in the main growth, so pay attention to good water and nutrient supply
- Pikieren is still possible
- use last opportunity for grafting
September
- Restrict watering, stop fertilizing
- Harvest plants, if possible, with plenty of fresh air and nocturnal temperature reduction
- many species from southern Africa are growing; Nevertheless, watering should be limited to compensate for the decrease in natural daylight and light intensity
- to remove sensitive succulents from the summer resort to their winter quarters
October
- The last, particularly resistant species such as agaves or Echinopsis hybrids are evacuated from the outdoors to winter quarters
- Wet-sensitive winter hardy get a rain cover
- reduce the watering
- Check for pests, if suspected, also examine the roots for root lice
- large and vigorous shoots may be cut as cuttings until November; let dry until spring
November
- Allow the root bales of all species, which are wintered cold, to dry thoroughly before starting winter rest
- Keep Schlumbergera evenly moist after budding
- water sparingly on warm winter storage; Lithops get little water
December
- almost all species are in hibernation
- Schlumbergera are in bloom and must be watered regularly; Avoid draft
- Melocactus, Disocactus, Uebelmannia, Pachypodium and Aloe should stand at 15 ° C minimum temperature and should not be kept completely dry
- Lithops receive the last waterings before going into rest
- to control pests
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