Keep it away from drafts in full but not direct sun. Only water your Irishman once every two to three weeks, During the winter when light is lower and most growing stops, you can keep the cactus fairly dry. Because they need no pruning they are easy to care for as patio or potted plants.
Secondly, how do you take care of a mammillaria cactus?
Lay the offset on the counter in a warm, dry location for a day to form a callus. Plant it in cactus mix or sandy potting soil. Growing powder puff cactus from these offsets is almost foolproof as long as you do not overwater the plants. Apply regular moisture in summer but water sparingly in all other seasons.
Herein, how long can you go without watering a cactus?
Do cactus need lots of light?
Typically, most cacti species need at least four to six hours of sunlight to thrive. These plants love being in bright and sunny locations. Plants that don’t receive sufficient exposure to light may exhibit a wide range of signs.
Do you water a cactus from the top or bottom?
Re: How do you water your cactus plants? From above, but only on the soil, using a small water can or a pipet, depending on the size of the pot.
