Expert: Greg Simpson - 5/29/2006

Question
i recently purchased a set of three different types of cactus'. they are beautiful, but the only diadvantage is that they are in a small container and i would like to transplant them into a bigger pot in hope that they will grow to be bigger. How would i go about doing this? Do you have any information that will be helpful for a first time cactus owner?

Answer
Dear Melissa,

Some cacti stay small, some get very big and without knowing what varieties you have, it is impossible to advise you on specifics. However, this website has a lot of good info, just type either the scientific name or the common name into the "search this site" box.

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/

If you like, send me a follow question with the common or scientific names and I can give you a better idea how to re-pot and care for your plants.

Sincerely,

Greg