I Can’t Get My Cactus To Bloom . I Purchased The Cactus About 13 Years Ago . I’m Not Sure What I Am Doing Wrong . Any Informa

Question

tion would be helpful . I have a prickly pear cactus . Thank you !

Answer 1

You are certainly patient with that cactus! Is it an indoor or outdoor variety? They need full sun, well draining soil and low water. During the winter, once a month or less watering is adequate. The cooler and drier winter oftentimes prompts a cactus to bloom in spring.

Non-blooming cacti is usually due to lack of light or overwatering. Try fertilizing once a month with a non-nitrogen fertilizer like a 0-10-10.

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