Cultivation methods and precautions of Jade Cactus (How to cultivate Jade Cactus)

The Jade Mangold is a plant of the genus Mammillaria in the Cactaceae family, which is native to central Mexico. Its plant grows to a height of more than 20 cm at most, and is spherical in shape, making it particularly suitable for growing in small pots on balconies or windowsills.

Is the Jade Cactus easy to grow?

The Jade Cactus is very easy to grow . It blooms in winter and spring, and is more suitable for maintenance in places with sufficient light, such as balconies. You can enjoy the flowers when they bloom, and when they are not blooming, the Jade Cactus also has a high ornamental value.

How to cultivate the Jade Cactus

1. Soil

The Jade Cactus is suitable for growing in loose, fertile and breathable soil . You can choose leaf mold, garden soil and vermiculite, mix them evenly in a ratio of 5:3:2, and use them as the culture soil.

2. Lighting

Jade has a high demand for sunlight and is more suitable for growing in sunny places , where it can receive more than 6 hours of sunlight a day. In summer when the light is strong, it can be shaded.

3. Temperature

The most suitable temperature for the growth of Jade Cactus is 18-25 degrees . When the temperature is lower than 5 degrees or higher than 35 degrees, the growth rate of Jade Cactus becomes very slow.

4. Watering

Jade has a strong drought tolerance and cannot grow in wet soil for a long time. When watering, you can water it according to the dryness of the soil . It is better to keep it dry than wet.

Precautions for the maintenance of Jade Cactus

When caring for the Jade Cactus, you should pay attention to changing the potting soil every 1-2 years to avoid soil compaction, which is not conducive to the growth of the Jade Cactus. When growing indoors, you can move the Jade Cactus outdoors to receive sunlight , and the breeding environment should be well ventilated .