Watering, fertilizing, cutting, repotting and more

How do you water echinopsis properly?

In spring and summer, give Echinopsis plenty of water so that the root ball is well moistened. Waterlogging is to be avoided at all costs. Therefore, always pour off excess water immediately.

In autumn and winter the cactus only gets so much water that the root ball is just a little damp.

Like all Cactus species Echinopsis doesn't like calcareous water either. If possible, water with rainwater.

When is the cactus fertilized?

Fertilize Only use the cactus during the growth phase, if at all. A normal cactus fertilizer given every two weeks is sufficient.

Are you allowed to cut Echinopsis?

The Echinopsis develops numerous secondary shoots, which rob the cactus of the strength for flower formation. Therefore, always cut off weak and dry shoots immediately. To propagate, cut offshoots in spring.

When is Echinopsis repotted?

The Echinopsis is only repotted when the previous pot is completely rooted. Fill a slightly larger planter with it

Cactus soil and carefully insert the cactus. To protect against the spines, you should wrap the cactus body with a terry towel.

After repotting, you should not fertilize the Echinopsis for several months.

Which diseases and pests can occur?

If there is waterlogging, the roots rot. Spots on the shoots indicate fungal diseases.

Mealybugs and mealybugs are more common, especially when the humidity is very low.

How do you care for Echinopsis in winter?

• Place cooler
• pour little
• do not fertilize

In winter, place the Echinopsis in a cool location with temperatures around ten degrees. Only when the cactus gets a winter break will it develop flowers. Make sure that the winter place is as bright as possible.