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simonebrigham on
June 18, 2022
Mooresville ncQ.Will These Cactus Seeds Ever Grow
I was buying seeds for my garden and seen the cactus seeds and thought it would be neat to try all the back of the packet said was don't over water and they don't need much sun I planted them like 3 weeks ago in cactus soil and haven't watered with a spray bottle but once or twice since nothing happened yet I have read up on them now and seen where you should have the soil wet and a clear lid on them with plenty of warm sun like a windowsill is it too late for my seeds can I save them
Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 20, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Many cacti have seed dormancy requirements that must be overcome before they will germinate. You can help this along and make it faster, but this can take several years on its own.
This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen/how-to-plant-cactus-seeds.htm
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- Asked by
Anonymous on
July 26, 2022Q.We Have Had Obese Totem Pole Cactus Several Years But No “arms” Have Grown From It. How Can We Help This Happen?
planted outside in cactus soil. plenty of sunshine.keep waiting to see babies grow from it. it only gets taller.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 10, 2022
Certified ExpertA.There isn't a lot that you can do for this slow-growing specimen, unfortunately. I could recommend feeding it, quarterly, if you do not do so.
This article will help you with its care:
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Deanna Valladares on
July 27, 2022
8BQ.What’s Wrong With My Cactus
Recently bought this cactus, it was beautiful and healthy when I brought it home. It’s been sitting in the shade under a crepe myrtle and it’s dropped most of its stalk of flowers and it looks to me like a fungus or insect is attacking it. Can you help please ?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
July 27, 2022
Certified ExpertA.It will appreciate being in bright, full sun, out from under the shrub. They appreciate a thorough watering, but the soil must dry out between waterings.
There are many in the genus Senecio, but I am not sure exactly which this is. They all have very similar care, though.
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Thomas F on
August 23, 2022
Los Angeles, CAQ.Cochineal Scale Infestation
I read your article on cochineal scale infestation. I'm a homeowner in Los Angeles. My 20 foot by 20 ft cactus patches infected. I've used Malathion and triazicide as recommended, after hosing off the webs. I've tried Bee Safe Insect Killer Concentrate, and Ortho exterior insect killer. Nothing has worked. I have been fighting a bug fo 4 months. Is there anything else I can try.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 23, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Outside of constant maintenance, not much will help. If you want to get serious about it (but do so carefully... There are some consequences for using incorrectly) then systemic pesticides will be one way to make sure that they do not return.
This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/systemic-pesticide-in-gardens.htm
A google search can reveal natural variants, which I prefer, that are still systemic in nature.
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September 23, 2022Q.Can You Grow A Cactus From Roots Only?
I had a beautiful Old Man cactus. I transplanted it and it died a few days later. Yesterday morning it looked fine, but by night it had turned to mush. I think it was because I didn't know that I had to wash the decorative sand that I using to increase drainage before adding it to the soil. The roots appear healthy. Can I plant the entire root system to grow another plant?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 1, 2022
Certified ExpertA.There are no guarantees but you can certainly try. Plant it in fresh cactus soil. I wouldn't water it for a couple of weeks.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/old-man-cactus/old-man-cactus-care.htm
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donnia67 on
October 3, 2022
Fayetteville ncQ.Tuna Plant (cactus) For Facials
How do I store the leftover part of the tuna plant do I refrigerate it or freeze it this plant is great for so many different things I’ve been reading about it
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 4, 2022
Certified ExpertA.According to the UNR, the juice should be frozen. Fresh plant material will not store longer than a week in the refrigerator.
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Anonymous on
October 14, 2022Q.Info For Cacti Problem
barrel cacti splits several places one has hole in it can u share some light on my problem cacti about 2ft tall
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 26, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Make sure it isn't being overwatered. Sunscald could be an issue. Here are some possibilities:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/scgen/treating-cactus-sunscald.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/barrel-cactus/pythium-rot-in-barrel-cactus.htm
https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/echinocactus/
https://pss.uvm.edu/pss123/cacechin.html
https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/indoor-cacti/Was this answer useful?00
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