Echinopsis hybrids were bred to produce particularly robust varieties of this cactus species. The care of this type, also known as the farmer's cactus, is not complicated. What do you need to consider when caring for Echinopsis hybrids?
How do I properly care for Echinopsis hybrids?
Echinopsis hybrid care includes regular watering without waterlogging, fertilizing with cactus fertilizer, repotting if necessary, thinning shoots and a cool rest period in winter. Also be aware of possible pests such as mealybugs and mealybugs.
How are Echinopsis hybrids watered?
During the growth phase in spring and summer, always water Echinopsis hybrids when the top layer of the substrate has dried. The root ball should never dry out completely.
Do not leave water in the saucer or planter as the cactus cannot tolerate waterlogging. It doesn't tolerate hard water.
What should you pay attention to when fertilizing?
Fertilization is carried out from April to the end of August at two-week intervals with liquid fertilizer for cacti.
When should Echinopsis hybrids be repotted?
Repot Echinopsis hybrids when the roots have completely taken over the pot. The best time for repotting is spring.
- Prepare new pot
- Carefully unpot the cactus
- shake off old substrate
- Insert Echinopsis
- pour on
Since Echinopsis hybrids have very long spines depending on the variety, you should cover the cactus with a terry towel before handling it.
After repotting, you must not fertilize Echinopsis hybrids for one year.
When should Echinopsis hybrids be cut?
Like all Echinopsis species, the hybrids tend to form many small shoots. This causes the flowering ability to suffer. Therefore, cut off excess shoots immediately.
Are there any diseases or pests to watch out for?
If the Echinopsis hybrid is too moist, waterlogging develops. This leads to rotting of the roots.
You can recognize mealybugs and mealybugs because the shoots appear sticky. Treat an infestation as soon as possible.
What does the proper care of Echinopsis hybrids look like in winter?
Echinopsis hybrids only bloom if they are allowed to rest in winter. Therefore, place the cactus in a cool location with temperatures around ten degrees.
The winter location must be as bright as possible. Do not water or fertilize during the winter.
From February onwards, start slowly acclimating the Echinopsis to warmer temperatures again.
Tip
In contrast to other types of cactus, Echinopsis hybrids bloom a little earlier. They develop their first flowers after just three years. The range of flower colors ranges from creamy white to dark red.
