How to fertilize cactus, what kind of fertilizer is good?

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1. Fertilization time

2. Types of fertilizers

3. Fertilization method

4. Precautions

Fertilize the cactus from March to October. There are no high requirements for the type of fertilizer used. General organic liquid fertilizer is enough, or you can prepare it yourself. After dilution, liquid fertilizer can be poured on the surface of the soil; the frequency of fertilization should not be too high, usually once every half a month in spring and autumn, and once every 10 days in summer. Be careful not to choose fertilizers that contain too much salt; winter is not suitable for fertilizing.

1. Fertilizing time

Fertilize the cactus mainly when it grows faster, specifically from March to October. Appropriate amount of fertilizer will help its growth.

2. Types of fertilizers

Cactuses do not have high requirements for fertilizer types. General organic liquid fertilizers are enough. You can buy it from the store or prepare it at home. For example, you can use hoof horns, bone meal, etc. and soak them in water to make fertilizer.

3. Fertilization method

1 , whether you make your own fertilizer or buy it from the store, you need to dilute it with water before applying it. The specific ratio can be judged based on the fertilizer instructions or the specifically formulated fertilizer. After dilution, you can pour it on the surface of the soil.

2. The frequency of fertilizing the cactus can be determined according to the season. Growth is relatively fast in spring and autumn and can be controlled at once every half month. Summer is the most vigorous growth period, which can be controlled to about 10 days.

IV. Precautions

1 . When choosing fertilizer, be careful not to choose a fertilizer that contains too much salt. This kind of fertilizer is detrimental to the growth of the cactus.

2. In addition, in winter, it may be the dormant period of the cactus. It is not suitable to fertilize at this time. It is better to fertilize temporarily until spring.

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