• Winter Care for Lithops and Succulents: Maintenance without Watering

    We are now entering 100% dormancy mode, with no watering, just “observing.” I’ve written a brief guide for beginner enthusiasts about lithops, but overall, this guide applies to all cacti and succulents. Creating Conditions for Overwintering Temperature: Lithops prefer cool conditions during the winter but do not tolerate cold. The optimal temperature for overwintering is…

  • Joint Sowing of Succulents: Dorstenia and Euphorbia

    Joint Sowing of Succulents: Dorstenia and Euphorbia Joint sowing of different types of succulents, such as Dorstenia and Euphorbia, can be an interesting and rewarding experience for collectors. These plants belong to different genera and have unique characteristics, making their combination in one container an exciting endeavor from both a design and horticultural perspective. However,…

  • Sowing seeds of Haworthia

    Sowing seeds of Haworthia isn’t particularly challenging, but it does demand patience, as germination tends to be slow, with noticeable sprouting often only beginning after the first 2-3 weeks. I usually sow Haworthia seeds with Lithops seeds as they have quite similar temp. requirements. 20-25 degree at day time and 15-18 degree at night time with slight…

  • Sowing seeds of various Aloe

    Sowing seeds of various Aloe species is not difficult; the main thing is patience, as they germinate very slowly during the first 2-3 weeks. I often sow aloe right on the windowsill in a room without any special lamps or conditions, only making sure that the temperature at night does not drop below 20°C. Room…

  • Care Rules for Cacti and Succulents in Autumn and Winter

    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…

  • OSMOCOTE EXACT

    Osmocote: Thrive для ваших кактусів та сукулентів з тривалим ефектом. У світі кімнатного садівництва кактуси та сукуленти займають особливе місце. Ці чудові рослини не лише приваблюють різноманіттям форм і кольорів, але й відомі своєю простотою в догляді. Проте, щоб ваша колекція не просто вижила, а й процвітала, потрібен особливий підхід до удобрення. Ось тут і…

  • Seeding Seeds

    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…