Bring the cactus indoors and place it in a sunny area. You can keep the cactus at warmer temperatures, between 65 and 90 F. Or, you can keep it at cooler temperatures between 45 and 55 F until spring to encourage winter dormancy.Click to see full answer. Similarly, you may ask, can I leave my cactus outside in winter?Cactuses grow in coastal areas, low deserts, high deserts, mountains and other places. Many cactus species can tolerate cold temperatures, although some can’t tolerate winter moisture. The lowest temperature a cactus can survive, depends on the species.Additionally, what happens to cactus in the winter? In winter, plants only need a little light and occasional watering to keep them going. Most cacti and succulents go dormant by the time fall comes around, meaning they will stop growing when temperatures and daylight drop. Likewise, people ask, how do I protect my cactus in the winter? Types of Cold Protection For container plants, take the cactus inside. For landscaping plants, cover the plants with frost blankets, burlap or bed sheets put in place in late afternoon. Arrange the coverings so they don’t touch the plant, using a supporting framework if needed.Should you water cactus in the winter?During the winter months when cacti often become dormant, it is advisable to water much less frequently: Two to three times less often than during the summer. Most persons attempting to grow cacti suffer the greatest amount of plant losses during the winter, usually the direct result of incorrect watering techniques.
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