Cactus
Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ in a Minute
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Episode #324 | Original Air Date: May 27, 2021
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Cacti are easy and fun to grow. They’ll tolerate neglect and are also well-adapted to the dry conditions found in homes.
Cacti vary tremendously in size, color, shape, and flowering habit. They grow as upright columns, spreading clumps, or spiny spheres.
Most cacti lack leaves. The stem is fleshy or succulent and often has thorns.
Never let your cacti stand in water. Waterlogged soil will quickly lead to rotting of the roots. And, they generally like to be slightly pot bound.
Cacti prefer a sunny location indoors. If you’re growing yours outdoors, be sure to protect your cacti from frost.
Many Cacti also have gorgeous flowers that are a nice surprise.
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