It is Quite Simple, as Long as the Temperature and Humidity Regimes are Maintained.I sow Dorstenia seeds only under grow lights, maintaining a daytime temperature around 30°C and a nighttime temperature no lower than 20°C. This temperature fluctuation, combined with high humidity and a fully sterilized substrate, allows the seeds to germinate well without the…

Switching to Winter Watering ModeAs autumn approaches, cacti and succulents begin to slow their growth, so it’s important to reduce watering. Depending on the type of plant and room temperature, you should water them approximately once every two weeks. Make sure the soil is completely dry before the next watering to avoid root rot. Temperature…

Now is the perfect time for seeding seeds—most succulents prefer the temperature fluctuations between 25 degrees Celsius during the day and 15-16 degrees at night. This natural difference in temperatures aids the germination of seeds, so feel free to seed outdoors, in the shade. A key factor for success is the presence of sufficient moisture…

Rooting Gymnocalycium or any other species after shipping and the drying out of its root system requires a careful approach. Here are a few tips to help the plant recover: Inspection of the root system: After shipping, carefully inspect the roots. Remove any dry, damaged, or rotting sections with a clean knife or scissors. It’s…

Dear friends and flower enthusiasts, Join us from August 20th to September 20th at our greenhouse in Markovo, at Tsar Ivan Asen II Street 65, to select unique green treasures for your classrooms! We are open for visits from Monday to Saturday, between 09:30 AM and 03:30 PM. We offer a specially curated collection of…

Dear friends and cactus and succulent enthusiasts, We have the wonderful idea to gather on September 14-15 (Saturday-Sunday) while the weather is nice, at our greenhouse. Let’s discuss the latest trends in our hobby, about repotting and planting, share our knowledge with new cactus lovers, and enjoy a few cups of coffee with delicious banitsa…

If the growth point of a cactus is compromised, it may lead to its deformation, but proper care can help the plant adapt and even survive. Here are a few tips for caring for a cactus in such a case: Inspection and Diagnosis: – Ensure that the growth point is indeed damaged and that the…

We get a lot of requests about cold tolerance of agaves during last weeks and decided to share the source which we use for our needs’ https://www.succulentsandmore.com/2015/01/cold-tolerance-of-agaves.html Here you can find the lowest temperatures which can handle different agave species.

Summer care about cactuses and succulents To protect cacti from the heat in summer and prevent their overheating and rotting, several methods can be applied: Placement in partial shade: Place the cacti where they will receive only diffused light or stretch a net over them if they are outdoors and it is not possible to…