To decorate the home there are a lot of plants from inside that will give it a certain appearance according to the species you choose, and that is also something very important to take into account since they will take an active part in the decoration. Among the many that you can choose from is the prickly pear, a very versatile plant that not only decorates but also bears fruit and protects the environment, which makes it one of the better options for your home.
The prickly pears They are mostly seen in Mediterranean areas and have an oval shape although they are flat and fleshy. They are green in color and have various thorns and fluff that can be very annoying if you touch them with your hands, as is the case with any cactus. Being plants from dry climates, they always reserve water inside and prevent it from evaporating. Take note of the prickly pear care: - Temperature: It adapts very well to very hot environments and even the most desert-like ones, being also normal that it always grows in the sun, although if the plants in pots do not need so much temperature, it will be enough with a little natural light and it will develop perfectly.
- I usually: It does not usually have problems germinating even if it is in a poorly fertile soil, although it must be a very permeable soil so that the water can be channeled well and that the roots absorb as much as possible. Mix the soil you are going to use with clay, lime or sand.
- Pass: It is recommended once a year as it helps the soil not to become caked and thus receive the nutrients that it may have lost since the time of planting or since the last time it was fertilized.
- Irrigation: It must be moderate since, as I said before, it has a great capacity to retain water. In summer it is when you should give the most since it is hotter and it is also blooming, but be very careful in winter not to overwater as it can drown.
- Fruit: They are called "prickly pears" and are usually ripe in spring. Be careful when separating them since the thorns of the blades can cut you, so always wear gloves and use a knife and a little water. Eliminate the lint that covers them.
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