I cut, propagate and Root cactus pads in this video. I have an opuntia ficus-indica cactus in the garden that I wanted to propagate and use it as a bank stabilizer and a fence. Here I show you how I cut and root a Nopal or penca cactus.
I was just tending the new pads and they are still going strong! The mother cactus is even bigger than before now. Now it's the cochineal mealybug scale that is trying to infest the plant. I'm on it though. New video to follow. Thanks for watching.
Right on! I had them on the ground with a rock within minutes. They are doing really well. They've been there for about a year now. I could see how callousing them would improve their chances by preventing insects, mildew, viruses or whatever entering and making a home. I've been lucky perhaps. I've seen a couple spots that may have rotted a little but by this time I think even if the original pad were to totally die, the new pads are well established enough to make it on their own. I imagine it's quite dry where you are. If you had a lot of rain or over watered them, then I could see possible problems. Otherwise, they will callous up on their own while laying on the ground. Do a little experiment. Some yes, some no, and let me know how it goes. Thanks for watching and commenting 🙂. Garden on.
I have two large patches of prickly pear that are suddenly dying (4000', SE Arizona). I wonder if it could be the result of herbicide spraying by nut farms next door.
Oh, that´s too bad! How old is it? I´ve heard they have a life span of about 80 years. Similar to us humans. Herbicidal spraying is definitely a top suspect though. Overwatering? All the best. Hope things turn around. apps.cals.arizona.edu/arboretum/taxon.aspx?id=891
