Cactus/Stetsonii
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Question
My stetsonii frozen this season and though it had survived freezes before, now it has turned spongy and mold seem to be overtaking it now from the top (about 10 inches). Is there a way that I can save it?
Dear Jet,
If the entire plant is spongy you probably can't. If it is spongy only around the moldy area you may be able to cut below that damage and save it. I don't know how many branches you have and are affected. it really depends on how far down the mold/rot has gone because you need to get rid of that entirely. If you can get tot heathy tissue, brush it with fungicide and let the wound/s callous. Keep them dry and protected. The plant will develop new growth.
So the key is how far down your sponginess goes.
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Maureen
Expertise
I can answer questions regarding the care and propagation of cactus and succulents and would actually group these together as folks often mistake one for the other and often their care is quite different. I also have a cold hardy cactus and succulent garden that has been quite successful. The subject in regard to classification of type is enormous and I wouldn't be able to answer all questions by any means. It is really IMPORTANT TO INCLUDE A PHOTO if at all possible and LET ME KNOW WHERE YOU ARE FROM, especially in terms of climate.
Experience
I have learned by reading books, by trial and error and by consulting with folks with much more knowledge. I have primarily grown C&S for the last 20 years.
Organizations
Cactus and Succulent Society of Massachusetts.
Education/Credentials
No formal training. See experience.
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