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- Tips for proper care of Echinopsis hybrids
- How are Echinopsis hybrids cast?
- What should be considered when fertilizing?
- When should Echinopsis hybrids be repotted?
- When should Echinopsis hybrids be cut?
- Are there any diseases or pests to watch out for?
- What is the proper care of Echinopsis hybrids in winter?
- Tips
Echinopsis hybrids need a rest in winter
Tips for proper care of Echinopsis hybrids
Echinopsis hybrids were bred to produce particularly robust varieties of this cactus species. The care of this species also called peasant cactus is not expensive. What do you need to keep in mind when maintaining Echinopsis hybrids?
How are Echinopsis hybrids cast?
During the growth phase of spring and summer, Echinopsis hybrids are always watered when the top layer of the substrate has dried. The root ball should never dry out completely.
Do not leave water in the coaster or planter because the cactus will not tolerate waterlogging. He does not tolerate calcium-containing water.
What should be considered when fertilizing?
Fertilization takes place from April to the end of August at two-week intervals with liquid fertilizers for cacti.
When should Echinopsis hybrids be repotted?
Echinopsis hybrids replant when the roots have completely consumed the pot. The best time to repot is spring.
Since Echinopsis hybrids carry very long spines, depending on the variety, you should cover the cactus with a terry cloth before you touch it.
After repotting, do not fertilize Echinopsis hybrids for one year.
When should Echinopsis hybrids be cut?
Like all Echinopsis species, hybrids also tend to form many small shoots. As a result, the flowering capacity suffers. Therefore, cut off excess shoots immediately.
Are there any diseases or pests to watch out for?
If the Echinopsis hybrid is too moist, waterlogging develops. This leads to the decay of the roots.
Lubricants and mealybugs can be recognized by the fact that the shoots look sticky. Treat infestation as soon as possible.
What is the proper care of Echinopsis hybrids in winter?
Echinopsis hybrids only bloom when they are allowed to rest in winter. 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 and fertilize during the winter.
Beginning in February, you will begin to get the Echinopsis back to warmer temperatures.
Tips
Unlike other cactus species Echinopsis hybrids bloom a bit earlier. After only three years they develop the first flowers. The range of flower color ranges from cream white to dark red.