How to water Christmas cactus without root rot (correct watering method and precautions)

In fact, there are different methods of watering Christmas cactus in spring, summer, autumn and winter. If watering is improper, their root systems will not be well developed and the roots will easily rot. If watering is appropriate and the plants are exposed to sunlight, the leaves will be thick and the layers will look beautiful.

So, how should we water the Christmas cactus throughout the year to make it grow well and avoid the leaves from drying up and rotting? The climate and growth of each season are different, so watering needs to be based on the actual situation.

Spring Watering

The suitable temperature for Christmas cactus growth is between 18 and 23 degrees Celsius. The temperature in spring basically remains within the suitable temperature for growth. It is a period of vigorous growth of roots and leaves, and the demand for water is higher at this time.

If the humidity in the maintenance environment is too low, it will hinder the growth of the plant, resulting in poor growth and wilting leaves.

It is recommended to water the plants once a week in spring, and water the plants twice a week for vigorously growing plants. Water the plants only when the pots feel lighter. In addition, the spring climate is relatively humid, so good ventilation is required to avoid water accumulation in the roots.

Summer watering

When the temperature of Christmas cactus rises in summer, the plant will enter a dormant state on its own to avoid being burned by high temperatures, which means it will basically not grow.

If you still water and maintain the plants in the same way as in spring, the soil will be overly moist and will rot over time.

It is recommended to be cautious when watering in summer. Only after the soil surface is dry and white can watering be carried out. The humidity of the environment can be maintained by spraying water on the leaves and the air on a daily basis.

Fall Watering

When the Christmas cactus senses the temperature drop, the plant will automatically enter the state of growth and nurturing flower buds, and the demand for water is higher at this time. If the soil and environment are dry at this time, the growth will stop and the flower will not bloom.

It is recommended to shorten the watering interval appropriately after the temperature drops in autumn , and maintain the humidity of the growing environment by spraying water through the air, but it is taboo to have too high soil and environmental humidity.

Winter Watering

After entering winter, the Christmas cactus plant is basically in the flowering state, and at this time it consumes more water on the stems and leaves. If the plant is not replenished with water in time, the leaves will wilt easily, and in severe cases, the flowers will fall off.

It is recommended to keep warm in winter, and the soil should not be too wet or waterlogged. Then create a slightly moist growing environment, and avoid cold and excessive humidity.