Cacti Care Instructions 
​Cacti are now a very common houseplant and caring for your cacti. They come in a vast range of shapes and sizes from the petite to the grand. The native habitat for most cacti is a desert. Therefore, they will grow best in lots of light, good drainage, high temperatures and low moisture. 
To care for a cacti, it is best to try to recreate their natural habitat. Here are the main things that you need to consider when caring for your cacti and succulents.
Light and Temperature:
During the active growth period, desert cacti prefer hot, dry temperatures, ranging from 70-80 F In the winter, the plants prefer a cooler period, down to 55 F. In their desert habitats, many cacti are accustomed to very chilly nights. You must protect them from very cold winter drafts. Strong light is essential for healthy desert cacti, especially in the winter. Some species may scorch in direct summer sun if they haven't been hardened off first.

Fertilizer : 
Use a cacti fertilizer during the growing season. Some growers have poor results with standard fertilizers, so it's probably worth it to seek out a specialized cacti fertilizer.

Watering and Feeding:
Cacti are quite tolerant of water neglect, but they are highly sensitive when it comes to overwatering. So before giving them a drink, check the soil first and ensure it is completely dry. Additionally, it is highly recommended to use a mixture of 50% organic and inorganic soil to your cactus. Doing so would help improve the infiltration of water to go through the soil, hence, preventing it from suffering root rot due to overwatering.


Re-potting:
Take the cactus out of the old pot and loosen the roots.
Loosen the soil around the edges with a dull knife and gently remove the plant and roots from the current container. This is where you'll want to use the metal tongs, as well as wrap the cactus loosely in layers of newspaper if needed