This way, we can form a loving relationship and I don’t get watered more or less often than I need to be. You should also make sure that only person is in charge of my care schedule. Once we do this for a few months, you will get the hang of it and you can determine the best watering schedule for light, temperature and moisture conditions. You should also make sure that the blades and stems are soft and spongy before you water. Sometimes it is helpful to prick little holes into the gravel and soil with a dull knife or the end of a pencil and pour water inside to assure it goes down well.Ĭheck up on the same day each month by inserting your finger into the soil about half an inch and feel the moisture level. The key is to ensure that water gets to my root zone. Slower watering is usually more effective.

This can happen if you water too quickly or apply too much water at once. Watering is no good to me if the water runs down the outside of the root ball, leaving my central roots dry. Pour water slowly all around the center of the plant so that it filters down the base. Use a spray bottle, watering can, or measuring cup to water me with approximately 10 ounces (295 ml) of water per session. Fortunately, it’s easy to figure out what to do as I will show you how I feel you just need to check up on me once in a while. Water the soil and place the pot in a warm spot that. Place the cutting in a pot with well-draining soil and a drainage hole, and then cover the cutting with a thin layer of soil. Cut it at the base near the soil line with a sharp, sterile knife or pair of scissors. The humidity in the room, the time of the year, and the amount of AC/Heating, among other factors will all affect my watering needs. To propagate pencil cactus, start by selecting a healthy pencil cactus plant. Keep in mind that every plant, like every human, is unique and our needs change over time.ĭepending on where you end up placing me, I may get more or less thirsty and would require watering with more or less frequency. When it comes to watering me, below are some helpful suggestions for you to follow. I am resistant to wind, so feel free to place me in my container on balconies, terraces or backyards. I would not like to receive cold or hot air blown at me. Make sure that I am not in direct line of contact to air conditioning or heating vents. Indoors in a Floridian home, I will be happy in an environment that is controlled around 77° F (25° C). If you see start to see me slant, rotate my container the opposite direction. As I grow to be over 5 feet, the weight may lead me to slant toward the direction that I am getting the most sun. Make sure that I receive bright light daily. However, I am very strong and resilient so I could tolerate medium light or even full sun outdoors. I will be happy indoors where I can get bright, indirect light. You can also place me on terraces and balconies as I am resistant to salt and wind. You can place me in living rooms, hallways, bedrooms, offices, conference rooms, or anywhere with plenty of light. Where there is a neutral color scheme, I will add a chic muted touch of color. I will grow tall in a vertical direction, but I will not grow in width.

My energy is exotic, masculine, sculptural and chic.

Pencil cactus care