Earlier this season I asked for tips on keeping Pterocactus seedlings going and got what turned out to be very good advice to prick them out early. I was surprised, but this really appears to work. I’ve hardly lost any of those I have transplanted within a few week of germination, whilst the losses of those left in situ are noticeably higher.
So, what tips for keeping the Austrocactus seedlings I’ve got going? Do I prick these out too, or leave them in the original pots? Thanks for any help.
Austrocactus seedling tips?
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Re: Austrocactus seedling tips?
I find Austrocactus seedlings quite robust once they are perhaps 2 or 3 months old, I don't usually repot until several months old or longer. If I do repot earlier, they don't seem to mind disturbance.
I find the main challenge is germination and keeping them alive for the first days and few weeks.
I find the main challenge is germination and keeping them alive for the first days and few weeks.
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Re: Austrocactus seedling tips?
Yes, these can also grow pretty quickly if pricked out early, in my experience.
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