FANTASTIC care video on how to grow these awesome San Pedro cacti and so happy to have found your channel and I have subscribed, thanks so much for sharing XXXX
Can the San Pedro cactus 🌵 resist snow and ice? I want a few tall columnular cactus for my yard but don't want anything that won't resist snow and ice.
While the San Pedro can tolerate some cold, it is maybe not the best choice for areas with prolonged snowfall and freezing temperatures. You can, however, use protective measures like frost blankets to provide an extra layer of insulation, trapping heat from the ground and helping to keep the cactus above freezing temperatures. Just make sure to cover before frost hits.
Thanks for all the tips! I have one question. How about growing a san pedro cactus from a seedling? I bought one from a tent at a phish show yesterday. This seedling is about 3/4 of an inch tall. I planted it upright in a well-draining pot, with cactus soil. My question is, should a newly transplanted seedling of that size be watered right away when planted? Or should it be dry while establishing roots? It's tiny, and I assume that means it's more delicate, so I want to make sure I do it right so it survives and grows!
We stick to the transplanting rule of thumb: giving it a few days before watering to limit how much stress the plant gets. Basically allow it to settle into the new pot, make sure it's doing well, then water lightly and progressively increase the depth of watering as those roots take hold.
You'll want to wait until the cutting's roots become established - this can take around 4-8 weeks. We also have a video on planting cuttings if you'd like to take a look! It has planting tips and a section on post planting care.
Fair question! Our goal is education on plant care for all san pedro types. Since it's the most common type, and often the first san pedro people start with, we think it's a fine choice to learn the basics with! :)
