- How are Echinopsis hybrids watered?
- What should be considered when fertilizing?
- When should Echinopsis hybrids be repotted?
- When should Echinopsis hybrids be pruned?
- Are there any diseases or pests to watch out for?
- What is the correct care of Echinopsis hybrids in winter?
Echinopsis hybrids have been bred to produce particularly hardy varieties of this cactus species. The care of this species, also known as farmer's cactus, is not difficult. What do you have to consider when caring for Echinopsis hybrids?
Echinopsis hybrids need a rest period in winter
How are Echinopsis hybrids watered?
During the spring and summer growth phase, water Echinopsis hybrids whenever the top layer of the substrate has dried. The root ball should never dry out completely.
Do not leave any water in the saucer or planter, as the cactus does not tolerate waterlogging. He does not tolerate hard water.
What should be considered when fertilizing?
Fertilize from April to the end of August at two-week intervals with liquid fertilizer for cacti.
When should Echinopsis hybrids be repotted?
Repot Echinopsis hybrids when the roots have completely taken over the pot. The best time for repotting is spring.
- Prepare new pot
- Carefully unpot the cactus
- shake off old substrate
- Use Echinopsis
- pour on
Since Echinopsis hybrids have very long spines, depending on the variety, you should wrap the cactus in a terry towel before you touch it.
After repotting, you must not fertilize Echinopsis hybrids for a year.
When should Echinopsis hybrids be pruned?
Like all Echinopsis species, the hybrids tend to form many small shoots. As a result, the ability to bloom suffers. Therefore, cut off excess shoots immediately.
Are there any diseases or pests to watch out for?
If the Echinopsis hybrid is too damp, waterlogging develops. This causes the roots to rot.
You can recognize mealybugs and mealybugs by the fact that the shoots look sticky. Treat an infestation as soon as possible.
What is the correct care of Echinopsis hybrids in winter?
Echinopsis hybrids will only flower if they are allowed a winter dormancy. Therefore, place the cactus in a cool location with temperatures around ten degrees.
The winter location must be as bright as possible. Do not water or fertilize during the winter.
From February onwards you start to slowly acclimate the Echinopsis back to warmer temperatures.
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In contrast to other cactus species, Echinopsis hybrids flower a little earlier. After only three years they develop the first flowers. The color of the flowers ranges from creamy white to dark red.