Is it difficult for Christmas cactus to survive the summer (how to care for Christmas cactus to survive the summer safely)

Although Christmas cactus is a plant of the cactus family, it is not as hardy as the cactus and is difficult to grow in the hot summer .

Because it is afraid of high temperatures and strong sunlight, it will enter a dormant state every summer . However, after the plant goes dormant, it is also prone to various problems, so you should pay attention to it when maintaining it.

Now that summer is here, how should we care for Christmas cactus potted plants in summer so that they can survive the summer smoothly and stay in good condition? Remember a few maintenance points, and the plant will be in better condition, with upright and thick leaves. After resuming growth in autumn, it will also be easier to grow flower buds.

1. Shade and sun protection

Christmas cactus likes coolness and tolerates partial shade. If it is planted in an open courtyard, it must be properly shaded and protected from the sun during the high temperature and strong sunlight in summer to avoid burns. If it is a small potted plant, it can be moved to a cool and ventilated place.

2. Ventilation

Christmas cactus likes a ventilated environment. If it is grown indoors in summer, it should be ventilated by opening windows, and avoid high temperature and closed environments. If it can be moved, it is best to place it on a ventilated windowsill or balcony with scattered light.

3. Control water and fertilizer

When Christmas cactus enters the hot summer, it will enter a semi-dormant or dormant state. At this time, the demand for water and fertilizer is not large. Therefore, it is advisable to control water and fertilizer in summer.

As for water, follow the principle of "don't water unless the soil is dry, and water thoroughly when you do", and avoid watering frequently; as for fertilizer, follow the principle of "no fertilizer or less fertilizer in summer".

Because in a dormant or semi-dormant state, insufficient fertilizer and water will at most result in sluggish growth, while excessive fertilizer and water will cause the entire plant to wither.

4. Avoid rain and waterlogging

Summer is a season of high temperatures and frequent rainstorms. If you plant Christmas cactus in the open air, you should properly shelter it from the wind and rain to prevent it from being washed away by heavy rain or waterlogging, and to avoid branch breakage or root rot.

5. Avoid frequent movement

If the Christmas cactus grows vigorously, with long branches and tender leaves, it is very easy to break. Therefore, if it is not necessary to respect its living habits, it is best not to move the large potted plants frequently to avoid "losing soldiers and generals".

To sum up, although Christmas cactus is a bit "delicate", its "summer time" is not as cautious as people imagine.

As long as you understand the summer climate environment and the growth habits of Christmas cactus, you can ensure it is cool and ventilated, provide appropriate shade and sun protection, avoid heavy rain, control water and fertilizer, and move it less .