How To Water A Cactus

Follow our guide below if you are wondering how to properly water your cactus.

Water In Pots

Cacti planted in pots should be watered twice for the best results. Water the pots starting in four-foot sections. Make sure the water fills the pot at its maximum height. After everything is settled, go back and water the pot a second time to ensure a deep and even watering for the soil.

Water Deep And Slow

Watering the cactus deeply and slowly is a technique that works well when the plant is in the ground. Referred to as “deep soaking”, this technique involves a steady and slow dripping from a garden hose. The duration of the watering depends on the plant size, but it typically takes anywhere from 2-6 hours long.

Plant Sizes Count

A cacti that is larger in size and more established will not require watering as often as a smaller plant. The bigger the cactus is, the bigger its storage tank, where water is stored until needed. This means a plant with a larger tank can go quite a bit longer between watering. A larger Saguaro, for instance, can last a much longer time without water compared to a 1-gallon Gold Barrel cactus.

Temperatures Can Impact Watering

You will need to water a cactus more often when in a warmer climate. A cactus in a cooler climate will not require as much water.

Don’t Water Newly Planted Cactus

Plant any new cactus dry, while waiting on any watering. The proper time to water will be based on temperature. For instance, the cooler the climate, the longer you should wait on watering. It’s recommended to wait at least a week to give succulent roots enough time to heal before exposing them to water. All future watering should be done only when the soil becomes dry at the roots.

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