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***Yes these are all my actual photos of my Cactus fam*****
Very Superstitious….
Recently moved to the desert mountains of Apache Junction. Right near the Superstition Mountains. We love it. Marvelous and mysterious. With hundreds of wild and old cacti staking claim to the BLM land. For someone not native to this area, its an awesome and breathtaking sight. Reminds me of dinosaur age. Such sharp prickly creatures.
Cactus Obsessed
Calls me back to the movie Kalifornia with Juliette Lewis’s character. Her love for cacti. I wanted my own. And so it started. What began as a few prearranged cactus gardens from a local farmer, became an obsession. I now have what you can call a cactus garden of my own. This brings me immense happiness.
Learning to Cacti Mom
Being Adhd, this journey consisted of much trial and error. Learning the various kinds of cacti. How to repot. What kind of soil. Fertilizer. Supports. Lights. Plant shelves. Where to place the extra prickly ones so my cats don’t mess with them. And most important water. Dont use tap water. Dont water them often. Hardly at all honestly.
Long Live and Prosperous Cacti
Most have lived. Ive lost only a few a long the way. It took me a few months to realize the calcium in the tap water here was potentially deadly. Then learning to make my own soil mix. With lots of pebbles and lava. How to pot the roots to keep them dry. Knowing how to pot and support certain types. Shelving for the home garden. And then lights for the shelves…
Cat Mom and Cactus Mom Life
Im still learning and this transformed into my “Cactus Mom” journey. So bath Cat Mom and a Cactus Mom. And yes I have t-shirts. Lol. (That’s another blog post). There will be more to come on this endeavor. But for now, we start with the basics. As per usual, this post will highlight below links to products that I use. Check them out. Even if you don’t buy. Just check out the link. Every click helps me with my journey. Thank you in advance.
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Plant Stand Indoor Outdoor 2 Tier 27″ Tall Metal Potted Holder Rack
From Amazon website “Flower Pot Stand Heavy Duty Plant Shelf Rustproof Iron Multiple Plant Round Supports Rack for Planter Corner Garden Balcony PatioPlant Stand Indoor Outdoor 2 Tier 27″ Tall Metal Potted Holder Rack Flower Pot Stand Heavy Duty Plant Shelf Rustproof Iron Multiple Plant Round Supports Rack for Planter Corner Garden Balcony Patio”
From Amazon website “For Indoor Plants Outdoor, Large Multiple Flower Pot Holder Rack，Hanging Plant Stand Adjustable Plant Stand Suitable for Bedroom Living Room Balcony Garden. This plant stand is made of high quality carbon steel metal with strong load bearing capacity, the metal frame is powder coated to prevent water and rust, and can be used in indoor and outdoor gardens. Four adjustable legs ensure the stands stably, product size: 29.1” L x 13.4” W x 63.0” H, maximum load up to 400 lbs.”
Two Strip Growing Lamp for Indoor Plants, Red & Blue & Yellow Full Spectrum LED Grow Light Strips with Auto ON/Off 3/9/12H Timer,10 Dimmable Levels for Green House Succulent (13 in) From Amazon website “The Grow Light has 2*48 LEDs and each light bar has 16pcs Red+16pcs Blue+16pcs Yellow LEDs. High quality LEDs help plants grow with high light efficiency, high PPFD, low heat and longer lifespan. Indoor plant light emits all wavelengths from 380nm to 800nm, simulating natural sunlight to more effectively promote the growth of indoor plants.”
Grow Light, LED Plant Light for Indoor Plants Growing, Full Spectrum Desk Grow Lamp with Base, 10 Dimmable Levels, Plant Lamp with Automatic Timer for 3/9/12H, Height Adjustable 6.5″-26″ From Amazon website “Sunlike Spectrum: The light source of the grow light is full spectrum, which is closed to the sunlight spectrum. Leds grow lamp includes red lights(650- 660nm), blue lights (450-460nm), cool white lights(5000-6000k). It is ideal for all stages of growth and various of plants such as herbs, succulent, orchids, seed starting, flowering etc. 3 Switch Modes &10 Dimmable Levels: There are 3 switch modes including (White Light/Blue&Red Light/ White&Blue&Red Lights), which romote germination and blooming, provide sufficient energy for vegetable, flowering and fruiting. 10 steps dimming levels brightness ,to meet each plant growing requirements at different stages, and to help plants grow faster and better.”
Koolkatkoo 5.5 Inch Cute Cat Succulent Planter Pots Cactus Planters Flower Pot White Set of 2 From Amazon website “Features: The cute cat ceramic succulent planters are designed to be classic, they have two erect ears and black cat whiskers. The cat garden pot is made of high quality ceramics and easy to clean. Material and Size: The diameter of the white ceramic flower pot is 5.5 inches, and the height is 4.26 inches. Drainage Hole：The white planter pots come with a drainage hole in the bottom to let exceed water flow out to conducive to the ventilation and help prolong the life of flowers and herb.”
4 Pcs Black Cat Ceramic Pots, Succulent Plant Pots with Drainage Hole, Small Plant Pots with Bamboo Tray, Cute Flower Pots for Home Office Decoration From Amazon website “Black Cat Design: 4 different styles of black cat pattern, beautiful and unique, add a lovely decoration to each succulent planters, enhance the overall appeal of indoor or outdoor garden, become your lovely home decoration. Quality Material: Our black cat ceramic flower pot is made of high-quality ceramics, bamboo tray, durable, water saving and drought resistance, not easy to deform, to provide a better growing environment for your plants. Drainage Hole: Succulent pots have drainage holes at the bottom to allow the plants to breathe and drain, and bamboo trays can collect excess water and soil to keep the room clean. Succulent planters and trays are removable for easy cleaning and use. Dimension: With ceramic planter measuring 3.26 x 2.28 inches in diameter and height and trays measuring 3.54 x 0.35 inches in diameter and height, small plant pots not only provide plenty of room for plants to grow, but also save space on a table, windowsill or work desk.”
Cactus and Succulent Organic Potting Soil Mix for House Plants – Fast Draining, Root Boosting, Peat-Free Soil for Drought Tolerant Growth of Aloe Vera, Cacti and Indoor Succulents Plants – 4 qt From Amazon website “Thriving Growth Formula: Our succulent and cactus potting soil mix features a chunkier, looser texture, ensuring optimal drainage and aeration for indoor plants. This soil mix supports thriving growth for drought-tolerant plants, promoting healthy root development and flourishing succulents and cacti”.
Bonsai Succulent and Cactus Soil – Jacks Gritty Mix #111 – Fast Draining – Fights Root Rot – Optimized pH (1/2 Gallon / 2 Dry Quarts) From Amazon website “FAST DRAINING & NURTURING: Our succulent potting soil helps prevent root rot and overwatering. Bonsai Jack succulent soil mix is used to enhance bonsai and succulent plants, including Echeveria, Haworthia, Crassula, Lithops, Jade, Aloe and Crassula. IDEAL FOR ACID-LOVING PLANTS: Bonsai Jack’s ultra-lightweight and airy succulent growing soil is optimized for pH of 5.5, water absorption, evaporation, bulk density, and particle size. It is perfect for succulent, cactus and bonsai.”
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