Sunburned cactus help

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purrdoc
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Sunburned cactus help

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Hello,

I have an 8' plus Euphorbia ingens that was planted on my walkway where it received mostly sun, some shade. I transplanted it into my yard into full sun. Unbeknownst to me (wasn't really watching), it became sunburned. Not knowing what to do, and not able to move it into shade, I have covered it with black plastic trash bags, so it is really a beautiful sight! How do I transition it so it does not continue to burn? It has been covered for the past 3 weeks or so. Thanks for any advise.

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Re: Sunburned cactus help

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Put some shade cloth over it, then gradually remove the cloth over the course of two weeks first in the mornings and evenings, then all day. Also, Euphorbia aren't cacti ;)!
purrdoc
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Re: Sunburned cactus help

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I know! I know!! But, this was the best and most reliable source of info. Same principle, right!?! I promise, I do have a lot of cacti and I do know the difference! PROMISE!! \:D/
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