Cactus & Succulents Pests, Diseases and Cacti Care

Cacti Diseases And Pests

It is a well known fact that most Cactus and Succulent species are resistant to disease and pests do not really bother them. Cactus species are far more likely going to be prone to over feeding and over watering than to diseases or pests.

Prevention Of Pests And Disease Regarding The Cactus

Optimal care is the best way to maintain your Cacti's health. But there are some other important rules when preventing pests or diseases from attacking your Cactus...

• Keep to the growth periods.
• Toughen up your Cacti with lots of fresh air.
• Follow a strict hygiene plan.
• Conditions that promote decay should be avoided.
• Proper care will prevent unattractive developments on your Cactus.  

Cactus Protection Agents

Once you have picked up and identified the cause of your Cactus disease or pest, you can look for the best plan to approach protecting your Cacti. A good thing to do is to consult a local nursery or garden centre. You need to take advice from specialists when you are trying to eradicate your disease problem. If possible try using biological agents otherwise just use the conventional chemical sprays, but handle these with the utmost caution.

Other pesticides can be viewed here. Animal and pest deterrents.