Follow these simple tips to get your Christmas cactus blooming in no time.
Christmas cacti are ideal for lovers of exotic houseplants, as they add a distinctive touch to fences with their spectacular foliage. If you want yours to bloom, you just have to follow these simple tips, because we want to share with you the recipe for a powerful homemade fertilizer ideal for accelerating its development.
What are the benefits of apples on plants?
Apples are rich in vitamins A, B and E; as well as minerals such as potassium, phosphorus and boron, which help to easily assimilate magnesium and calcium. Which makes them the best ally of plants, as it is an excellent food for them.
How to prepare homemade fertilizer for Christmas cacti?
Ingredients:
- Two apples
- A liter of water
- an atomizer
Processing:
Start by cutting the apples into small pieces. Then heat the liter of water in a saucepan and put them in, let it boil for about 10 minutes and turn off the heat.
Let cool and then pour into the spray bottle. This should remain for a day in the dark and in a cool place.
How to use:
Spray your Christmas cactus with this homemade fertilizer once a month, maximum twice, to speed up flowering. Avoid doing this more than recommended, as your plant could die from overhydration.