Ackermann's disocactus · Fertilizing

Ackermann's disocactus · Disocactus ackermannii

Under glass grow in acidic, moisture-retentive but sharply-draining compost, or a proprietary epiphytic cactus compost, in bright filtered light and moderate to low humidity. During the growing season water freely applying a balanced fertiliser for acid loving plants at half strength every two weeks from April to end September. Water only moderately and cease fertiliser applications during the winter. In frost free areas grow in hanging baskets or epiphytically in partial shade

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Partial shadeInformation to be completed