Climbing Cacti Care

In winter, when they rest, they need just enough water to keep the stems from shriveling.The active growing season starts in early spring for most varieties.The plants need constant moisture in the air and for the roots.While growing they need water, good ventilation and protection from extreme heat and strong sun. Give the plants a slight drying off during dormancy but never let them become perfectly dry.

You won't need to prune unless you want to control its size. The best time to prune it back is shortly after it stops flowering. Use sharp, clean pruning shears to prevent tearing the stems.

In February when growth begins again, start with mild but regular feedings of weak liquid foliar cactus fertilizer solutions every two weeks during growth.

Bright light, but no direct sunlight. Insufficient light causes spindly growth and few blooms.

A light, porous, humus-rich potting mix that will hold some moisture and yet will drain quickly. The soil should be coarse, not finely sifted; slightly acid; and for further aeration and purification, generously supplied with small bits of crushed charcoal.

Average room temperatures 65-75°F/18-24°C. To set flower buds, the plant needs 8-10 weeks of cool 60-65°F/16-18°C days and 45-55°F/7-13°C nights in winter.

The popular conception of a cactus potting soil mix is not acceptable to grow orchid cactus.At home in the tropics, these are tree-dwellers where their roots feed on decaying organic matter and are largely exposed to the air.If your plant is badly pot-bound move it to the next size pot or into hanging baskets rather than to a much larger one.

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