Learn & Grow

Explore beginner guides, species care, tutorials, and tips for building your cactus collection.

Beginners Guides

Learn the basics: watering, sunlight, soil, pots, and more.

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Species Guides

Short description: Care instructions for individual cactus species, from Mammillaria to Gymnocalycium.

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Care Tips & Trouble Shooting

Seasonal care, dormancy, temperature, repotting, daily habits, solutions to common problems

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Beginners Guides

Learn the basics: watering, sunlight, soil, pots, and more.

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How to Build a Cactus Collection Without Going Overboard (Or Broke)
How to Build a Cactus Collection Without Going Overboard (Or Broke)

Discover how to build a colorful, diverse cactus collection without overspending or overcrowding your space. Learn how to choose plants intentionally, mix ages for visual interest, and use a cactus wishlist to guide your collecting.

The Best Cactus Soil Mix for Beginners (DIY Recipe + Tips)
The Best Cactus Soil Mix for Beginners (DIY Recipe + Tips)

The right cactus soil can make or break your plant’s health. This beginner-friendly DIY mix improves drainage, strengthens roots, and helps prevent rot — giving your cactus the best possible start.

Cactus Sunlight 101: How Much Light They Really Need 🌞
Cactus Sunlight 101: How Much Light They Really Need 🌞

Not sure how much light your cactus needs? This simple guide covers sunlight requirements, the best indoor window placements, grow lights, and how to spot signs of too much or too little light.

Species Guides

Care instructions for individual cactus species, from Mammillaria to Gymnocalycium.

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How to Grow Mammillaria Cactus: Complete Care Guide🌵
How to Grow Mammillaria Cactus: Complete Care Guide🌵

Mammillaria cacti are charming, compact, and often forgiving—but they still have specific needs. This guide walks you through everything from soil mix to watering rhythm, light, propagation, and the best species to begin with.

Care Tips & Troubleshooting

Seasonal care, dormancy, temperature, repotting, and daily habits.

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🌵 The Cactus Rescue Begins: An Inside Look at Two Cacti’s Restoration Journey 🌵
🌵 The Cactus Rescue Begins: An Inside Look at Two Cacti’s Restoration Journey 🌵

This post introduces my full cactus rescue series—how I found the plants, what condition they were in, and the multi-phase restoration plan I’ll be following to bring them back to health.

The Best Cactus Soil Mix for Beginners (DIY Recipe + Tips)
The Best Cactus Soil Mix for Beginners (DIY Recipe + Tips)

The right cactus soil can make or break your plant’s health. This beginner-friendly DIY mix improves drainage, strengthens roots, and helps prevent rot — giving your cactus the best possible start.

Cactus Sunlight 101: How Much Light They Really Need 🌞
Cactus Sunlight 101: How Much Light They Really Need 🌞

Not sure how much light your cactus needs? This simple guide covers sunlight requirements, the best indoor window placements, grow lights, and how to spot signs of too much or too little light.