Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata'
Taxonomy
Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata'
Gymnocalycium
Cactaceae
Caryophyllales
How to care for Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata'
Water
How often to water your Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata'
every 12
Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Atlanta, Georgia.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Atlanta, Georgia
84% High
Growing Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' in Atlanta right now
Plant growth potential is currently very high š
May 28th, 2022
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Atlanta is currently very high š. The plant growth potential in your area is currently at its peak! šæ
The availability of high quality sunlightā¦
Sunlight will increase by 9.8% āļø
May 28th, 2022
Atlanta is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Atlanta is expected to increase by 9.8% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 20.3 megajoules of energy per m2 peā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.0 hours š
May 28th, 2022
This month, Atlanta is getting an average of 10.2 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 7.2% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 14.2 total hours of dayā¦
Finding light for Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' in your home
a window
Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth during this time of higher sunlight intensity in Atlanta, Georgia āļø.
This is a great time to watch your Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' thrive šæ!
Nutrients
How to fertilize Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata'
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata'
Is this a good time of year to repot? Yes! šŖ“
May 27th, 2022
The growing potential in Atlanta is high š.
It's best to repot plants during their active growing periods when they have the energy to re-establish their roots! This is a great time to repot any pā¦
FAQs
Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnāt retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!
Fertilizer
Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata' is native to South America.
Care Summary for Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata'
Gymnocalycium baldianum 'variegata'
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 12 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Atlanta, Georgia, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
