![]() ![]() The cactus will be comfortable up to about 68 degrees Fahrenheit.ĭon’t let it get excessively warm or expose it to very high temperatures.Īlso, do not expose the cactus to any risk of frost damage by accidentally leaving it outside during the winter months. During this period, you don’t need to water your cactus, and you’ll need to let the soil dry out. Make sure you set up the conditions to allow this to happen. During this stage, the plant will go into a resting period. This cactus can tolerate low temperatures in winter – down to around 40° degrees Fahrenheit. Simply mix a standard potting mix with sand or pumice and your cactus will be more than happy with its new environment. You can also make your own if you prefer. For the soil, you can purchase a potting mix specifically made for cacti. A drainage hole in the pot is not a bad idea as well, to ensure you cover all your bases. Bad root rot is hard to fix, and can bring a high probability of demise.īearing in mind the importance of making sure the roots don’t get wet, you’ll need to ensure the soil too is well-draining. Unfortunately, as root rot happens under the soil, the signs of any damage are not visible until it is too late. The cactus is an easy candidate for root rot if overexposed to moisture. Never let water pool in the soil, water when the soil is damp, or overwater. However, your cactus is much more likely to suffer from overwatering. If you have neglected the star cactus too much you may see it slump down and develop brown patches. Under watering is less of a danger than overwatering. ![]() In the winter, during the resting period, you’ll hardly need to water them at all. You can get away with watering the Star Cactus in the summer once a month. Extremely drought tolerant, you’ll be able to head off on vacation for a couple of weeks without worry. One of the great things about the Bishop’s Cap Cactus is its low water requirement. ![]() When a little older, they will enjoy a few hours of sunlight but only if introduced gradually and carefully. They can get sunburn just like any other plant, so take care here. The Bishop’s Cap Cactus will do well in a bright room or window ledge where it has access to light.ĭon’t risk taking your young plant out to the full midday sun in high summer. That’s actually great news for those of us who love keeping cacti as an indoor houseplant. Just because this cute succulent has its origins in the deserts of Mexico does not mean that it is going to love midday sun.Ī young cactus is much better placed in bright, indirect sunlight. I’ve made the same faux-pas too! The Bishop’s Cap Cactus is no exception. Join our Facebook Group About Houseplants and Gardeningįirst time cactus owners often make a dangerous mistake when they take home their first plant and expose it to too much direct sunlight. ![]()
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