Brown spots on stock of moon cactus?
I’ve noticed some brown spotting on the stock of my cactus and I’m nervous I may have overwatered it. I watered it 1/2 cup, per Greg’s suggestion, in a 4 inch pot with cactus soil and drainage, two days ago and I’m wondering if it was too much? 😢 #MoonCactus
5ft to light, indirect
4” pot with drainage
Last watered 4 months ago
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There is nothing as too much or too little water, but there is such thing as too much frequent watering or not water enough.
With cactus, you wanna give them a good thorough soak every week or so, since they hold the water in their plant.
I believe your cactus is confused about your watering routine.
I never listen to Greg’s measurements when it comes to anything. Plants need a full watering until it drains out to get the soil moist. This will allow your plant to drink as the potting mix slowly dries.
I only use Greg’s reminders as a way to check on my plants and watering. If they need water, I’ll water. If not, I’ll snooze.
With cactus, you wanna give them a good thorough soak every week or so, since they hold the water in their plant.
I believe your cactus is confused about your watering routine.
I never listen to Greg’s measurements when it comes to anything. Plants need a full watering until it drains out to get the soil moist. This will allow your plant to drink as the potting mix slowly dries.
I only use Greg’s reminders as a way to check on my plants and watering. If they need water, I’ll water. If not, I’ll snooze.
@dreamlettuce Thank you! This was the first time it has been watered as it was just adopted the other day. Do you think the spots will go away?
@MeghanAshley I am unsure as it all depends on your environment as well. The soil looks relatively dry so I would just wait a few more days 😊
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