Caring for succulents and cacti: check out 5 tips

How about discovering the best tips for caring for succulents and cacti? Here you will find everything you need to keep your plants beautiful!

Now is the time to call on all plant parents and we know there are many, right? The number of plant lovers is growing every day and that is wonderful. The more plants in the world, the better.

For those who love nature, having a plant at home is a joy and a way to be in touch with it, even if from a distance. However, we can also say that most people have little time and taking care of a plant is not an easy task.

When we decide to have a plant or an animal, we have to be fully aware that it will need care and that we will have to dedicate part of our day to taking care of it, but there are plants that require more time and care than others, so if you don't have much free time, choosing one of these is a good option for you.

And when it comes to plants that bring beauty to the environment and don't require a lot of free time to take care of them, cacti and succulents are two of the best options, as they are plants that attract a lot of attention and at the same time need less attention than others, however, of course you need to dedicate yourself to taking care of them too.

And if you are a fan of cacti and succulents, today's text is for you, as we will give you the best tips to take care of them and keep them healthy and beautiful, without spending a lot of time. Let's go!

4 incredible facts about cacti

Before learning how to care for a cactus, we're going to tell you some very interesting facts about them that you might not know yet.

Cacti can be edible 

One of the main interesting facts about cacti is that some species are edible and can be used in various recipes. In Brazil, there are jellies, sweets and beers made from cacti, but you need to have a lot of knowledge before using them, as some are poisonous.

Canary Islands Botanical Garden

In the Canary Islands there is a botanical garden with around 7 thousand species of cacti and it is a tourist spot open to the public and receives many visitors each year.

Every cactus is a succulent, but not every succulent is a cactus.

Every cactus is a succulent, because 92% of its interior is formed by water, which is what defines a succulent, what makes it a cactus are the leaves that are thorny.

Law prohibits cutting cactus

There is a law in Arizona that prohibits the cutting of cacti and anyone who breaks the law can face up to 25 years in prison. The law was created because the plant is at risk of extinction.

4 incredible facts about succulents

Now it's time to discover incredible curiosities about the succulent, one of the most beloved plants among Brazilians.

It means love and prosperity 

In Asian culture, the succulent brings love and prosperity to the home it is in, mainly because its leaves remain the same throughout the year.

Renew the air

The succulent is the perfect plant for indoor environments, because unlike most plants, it releases oxygen at night and releases carbon dioxide during the day, as this way they can renew the air in the environment.

They adapt to space

This is one of the plants that adapts best to its environment, as it is able to perceive where it is and develop from there. If it is in a small pot, it will not grow, and if it is placed in a larger pot, it will develop much more.

They are resistant

Succulents are plants that don't like too much water, as they are resistant to drier climates, but if you overdo it with the amount of water from time to time, they are able to resist and remain healthy.

5 tips for caring for cacti and succulents

Now that you know a little more about both plants, it's time to learn the best tips for caring for one.

Don't water too much 

Both cacti and succulents are plants that don't like water very much, but they need water to survive, so it's important that you spray them with water once a week and if the weather is cold, you can do this just twice a month.

Avoid white pebbles

Many people use white pebbles to decorate these plants and they really look very pretty, but these pebbles are not very good for succulents and cacti, as they are made of crushed marble and when wet they release a dust that can gradually kill the plants.

Wind is the favorite company 

Choosing a good place to put your plants is always an important step in making them grow healthy and beautiful and in the case of cacti and succulents it is very important that you choose a place that has good ventilation.

It can adapt to smaller environments, but it really likes to be in the wind, so it is always a great choice for them.

Sun

Another thing is that both plants are plants that like warmer environments, so in addition to placing them in a ventilated place, if you can place them in a place that receives sunlight, it is good for them.

Always choose a place that gets a good part of the day's sun. The more open the environment, the better it is for them.

Changing pots

It is very common to find cacti and succulents being sold in smaller pots, including some very small ones, and that is okay. You can keep your plant there and it will still look beautiful, but it will not grow.

If you want them to grow more, it is important to change their pots so that they realize that they have space to expand and start growing.

Conclusion

Now you know everything you need to know about these plants that are so beautiful and so loved by Brazilians and you can go to the nearest store and buy yours to start giving more life to your home.

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