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Watering Bear Paw Cactus
Every 7d
Recommended Frequency
1 /2 cup of water
Recommended Amount
Moisture
Like most cacti, the Bear Paw Cactus is drought-tolerant and prefers drier soil. Be sure to water it deeply and leave ample time for the soil to dry out before watering again.
Temperature for Bear Paw Cactus
Best Temperature
Light Requirements for Bear Paw Cactus
Indirect Sun
Recommended
Light Requirements
Indirect Sun or Filtered Sun is when sun exposure is being filtered through a sheer curtain or is not able to have the sun's rays directly hit the leaves/flowers of your plant.
Humidity Requirements for Bear Paw Cactus
Humidity
Fertilizing Bear Paw Cactus
Every 14d
Recommended Frequency
Fertilizing
Fertilize your Bear Paw Cactus every two weeks during spring, summer, and autumn using a 24-8-16 fertilizer.
Repotting for Bear Paw Cactus
Every 365d
Recommended Frequency
Repotting Recommendations
Repot your Bear Paw Cactus once a year, or once it outgrows its pot.
Best Soil for Bear Paw Cactus
Sandy Soil
Recommended Soil
Soil Recommendations
Peat Soil is an acidic soil that retains a lot of moisture and slows decomposition. Due to such a high moisture retention this mix may require irrigation to help with draining. This soil type is best used when paired with organic matter.