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Prickly pear, saguaro, barrel cactus, house cacti... You name it! I will answer all your questions regarding cacti such as winter care, propagation, watering, and indoor care. I will also answer questions on edible cacti (for humans or pets) and identification. In addition, I may answer questions on other succulent plants, such as the agave.

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Due to the arid climate here in Nevada, I grew up planting cacti and shrubs to design my landscapes. As years went on, I learned the different ways on taking care of these amazing cacti, especially how to propagate them.

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During the past few years, I have tried out many methods in growing cacti, especially when it comes to propagation. I learned the dangers of over-watering, and have researched that people often make common mistakes. That is why I joined to be part of AllExperts.

 
   

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Cactus - Saguaro


Expert: Joan - 1/12/2009

Question
I was given a Saguaro cactus in a pot for Christmas, it is about 2 and a half or 3 feet tall.  I would like to know how and when to transplant it.  Also how to care for it until I can transplant it.

Answer
Hello Loni,
You should transplant your cactus when the pot may no longer support it. A test I call "tip-over-or-not" may be done by lifting the pot by one side  about 2 inches high. If it tips over to its original position, then it is okay. If it tries to tip to the ground, then it means it is to tall and time to transplant.

For care, visit http://www.thecactusdoctor.com/CactusCareTips.html

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