Bunny Ear Cactus, from the Cactaceae of plants, is a type of Houseplant that should be relatively easy to repot. Read on below for the steps on repotting your Houseplant to upgrade the pot you want to keep it in.
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Bunny Ear Cactus – How to repot for best results
In this article and the steps below, you’ll learn how to repot your Bunny Ear Cactus. Follow along as you do it or make notes if necessary.
First, get your Bunny Ear Cactus loose in the pot
Once you have decided on repotting, do you research. Without research, the repotting process may not be as effective as you think and you can use this as an opportunity to maximise the health and growth of your Bunny Ear Cactus by checking the soil ph (Acidic, neutral) and timing the repot just before the bloom time of the plant too. The bloom time of Bunny Ear Cactus is: Summer. Once you are sure when to repot, water your soil in preparation for extraction.
Second, prepare the new pot for your Bunny Ear Cactus
Patience is key when extracting your Bunny Ear Cactus from the pot. Depending on the age of the Bunny Ear Cactus, it may have complex root systems. Take care and maybe turn it upside down to ease it out.
Third, select the soil optimally when preparing Bunny Ear Cactus for repotting
So you have prepared your new pot and also removed Bunny Ear Cactus from the old pot. The final step is simple, fill in any gaps with Sandy, well-draining soil and allow your Bunny Ear Cactus to flourish.
How will you know you have successfully repot Bunny Ear Cactus?
To see your Bunny Ear Cactus reaching its full size of 2-3 feet tall, 4-5 feet spread requires your attention and care. Imagine it is a while after repotting and you have taken care of the plant in the right way. You’ll have the joy of seeing it burst into Yellow, white blooms precisely during Summer time. This is achieved by the right care and being patient after you repot.
After you have repot Bunny Ear Cactus, how should you take care of it?
In the aftercare of Bunny Ear Cactus, be sure that you give it the right sun exposure (Full sun), you’re growing it in the right hardiness zone (9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b) and that your climate is similar to where your Bunny Ear Cactus is from (Mexico). If you do this correctly, your Bunny Ear Cactus should grow to its mature size in its new pot of 2-3 feet tall, 4-5 feet spread.
Should you grow your repotted Bunny Ear Cactus in your house or outside?
Deciding on keeping a plant outside can be a risky option if you’re not sure how well your Bunny Ear Cactus will hold up in the change of climate. However, the good news is, now you have repotted it, it can always be brought back inside if you notice sub-optimal plant growth. Take a look at the hardiness zone (9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b) and the plant’s original native area (Mexico). Then compare it to whether you think your local environment will suit your Bunny Ear Cactus or if you’re putting it at risk by keeping it outdoors.
All about Bunny Ear Cactus and it’s family
Bunny Ear Cactus is from the family of Cactaceae and you may have also known that it is a type of Houseplant.
What other names does Bunny Ear Cactus have?
There may be other more scientific names for your Bunny Ear Cactus such as Bunny Ear Cactus Opuntia microdasys or ‘Opuntia microdasys’ as a more botanical name