How to care for a Cactus

How To Care for a Cactus

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in bright direct light, but can tolerate bright indirect light.

Watering requirements

Water every 2-3 weeks in direct light, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

All cacti are succulents, but not all succulents are cacti. Aeroles, surface bumps in which spines grow out of, are what distinguishes cacti from succulents.

Plant Origin

The Americas

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Cactus:
  • Wrinkled, dry potting mix:

Thirsty plant, underwatered

  • Blanched center:

Needs more sunlight

  • Yellowing and mushy leaves, wet potting mix:

Root rot, overwatered