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Posted 4w ago by @KeenOakmoss83

Why is my cactus turning brown in some places and what st...

#GoldenBarrelCactus
2ft to light, indirect
6โ€ pot with drainage
Last watered 4 weeks ago
A cactus may turn yellow due to overwatering, pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, or too much sunlight.
@KeenOakmoss83 Hello, a golden barrel cactus turning brown usually indicates a problem with overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
Being a native to harsh deserts, they can go literal YEARS without water and survive. Greg keeps telling me to water mine twice a month and, well, I know better ๐Ÿ˜‚ They want low to no humidity, a full day of sun, and about as much water as you can expect in the desert. I give mine a root soak every 6 months to simulate the monsoon season and otherwise just let him sunbathe in peace.