Our Cactus Journey

Root rot is one of the fastest ways to lose a cactus — and one of the easiest mistakes to make. Here’s my personal experience dealing with it, what caused it, and what I learned from the process.

A gentle look into the next steps of this cactus rescue journey — from callusing a damaged cutting to giving both rescued cacti their first fresh potting. In this phase, I walk through root rest, soil preparation, and how careful hydration sets the foundation for long-term recovery.

Phase 1 of this cactus rescue series covers how I retrieved two neglected hotel plants, assessed their condition, cleaned their roots, and began the stabilization process. This post documents the first steps toward their recovery and what comes next in Phase 2.