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- Q.Pencil Cactus - Can this potted plant be trimmed, and should this be done during a specific season?
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January 31, 2018Q.pencil cactus
My plant has shown no growth since I brought it inside. I cut way back on the watering as per directions fron web. After 3 weeks of so, the newly developing leaves begin to turn brown like they are dying. Water them, they green up. I was hoping they would grow some over the winter. I also have had no luck with cuttings taking root. I must be missing something.
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Downtoearthdigs on
January 31, 2018A.Your plants growth will slow considerably during winter and it's dormant period of rest. As the weather warms you can began watering and increase the light that your plant is receiving.
Make sure the soil is well draining.Here is an article that will refresh you on the care and also information on rooting cuttings.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/pencil-cactus/care-pencil-cactus.htm
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Anonymous on
March 7, 2018Q.Pencil Cactus
I inherited what we think is a pencil cactus but from reading the risks of having this plant, I'm not so sure I want it. I don't see any health benefits at all, thus my question, should I toss this plant? Thank you!
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Downtoearthdigs on
March 8, 2018A.A Pencil Cactus is a very low maintenance plant. The sap can be toxic and can cause some issues. If you have children or pets in the house, you may want to pass on this plant.
You could always see if another person would like the plant.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/pencil-cactus/care-pencil-cactus.htm
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psanguily21 on
April 13, 2018
78735Q.Pencil plant
We had a severe freeze and I covered my pencil plant. But some of the end stems were affected by the cold. Now that it is Spring should I trim the dead ends off? Thank you, Patty
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BushDoctor on
April 15, 2018
Certified ExpertA.Yes, now would be the time to trim off any dead or affected growth. Can you provide a photo? This can help me to better know exactly where to cut the plants.
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Anonymous on
July 13, 2018Q.Pencil cactus
Can this potted plant be trimmed, and should this be done during a specific season?
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 15, 2018A.Pencil cactus plants respond very well to pruning - don't be afraid of hurting it. Don't let the sap get on your hands, though - it's poisonous and can be abrasive. This article should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/pencil-cactus/care-pencil-cactus.htm
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CactiLoverInMass on
November 23, 2018
Northeastern Massachusetts - BRR! It's too cold for November!Q.Whew – just a nervous Nellie comment
After trimming some gangly growth from my ancient Pencil Cactus, I googled because I wanted to be sure I could propagate more plants from the cuttings. One of the first hits was: Pencil Cactus Plant – How To Grow Pencil Cactus By Bonnie L. Grant. Great article, nice story, BUT I thought one could not legally bring plants and plant materials, alive or dead, across state lines! I was pretty sure Bonnie wouldn't do that, and that you wouldn't publish the article on your website if that were true! So, I googled transporting plants into Arizona and saw that it was fine! Obviously I worry to much! Don't know how I got that idea into my head, but maybe some other state? Anyway, thought you might enjoy the story; glad I did a little fact checking.
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CactiLoverInMass on
November 23, 2018A.And now I see that I 'conflated' Bonnie's article with Nell's. What a dope I am! I'll blame it on too much turkey and freezing cold weather last few days. Apologies to both. Two good articles!
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December 16, 2018Q.fire stick in freezing tempatures
can a 2 foot fire stick (in a pot) survive in 32 degree weather?
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Downtoearthdigs on
December 17, 2018A.Yes, these can survive down to 25 degrees. They may not like these conditions, but it will not kill them. Here is an article for more information on the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/pencil-cactus/care-pencil-cactus.htm
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January 26, 2019Q.Pencil catus
I have a pencil cactus growing outside, it is 6 ft. Tall. The pencil cactus was subject to freezing temperatures 20/28 degrees here in Polk county fl. The trunk of the pencil cactus is still green but the cactus branches turned orange than brown. What should I do to help my pencil cactus? Thank you for time , ann
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Downtoearthdigs on
January 26, 2019A.Unfortunately, they do not tolerate temps. this low. They will recover as long as you can keep them covered with burlap during these low temperatures. The only thing that you can do now is wait and keep them from the cold. Here is an article on their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/pencil-cactus/care-pencil-cactus.htm
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