Hello again, finally with better pictures. I cannot say enough how much I am enjoying the forum and advice given. Looking at 'Hob's' pics on what happens in a year is scary! I feel it starting... Incorrectly ID'd as Hildewinteria aurespina, it is Cleistocatus winteri, 19" tall. http://home.comc...

OH - one more concerning watering!

Is the soaking preferred as opposed to the top down method?

Question answered, debated, bonus advice given and some botany for good measure. Thanks!

But now...I am worrying about everything!

Hello, more questions. When is the best time to water - morning or evening? When is weather a watering concern - if it is a rainy grey day is it best to wait? For a sunny day? What about humid days? Plant and pot size - I read constantly that watering 'once a week' is typically ok but that can't be ...

Thanks for reply.

I straightened it out and it looks fantastic again.

Hello, about 3 weeks ago I re-potted a 14" or so columnar. It has decided to lean slightly off center since. Would it be ok to straighten it..is "too soon"? I take care not pack the soil in etc but be firm enough to support the plant - how does one determine the sweet spot? Did I do s...

yes the bit about the sun has me confused - my suspected 'stenocereus' or 'polaskia' develops a reddish color on top as well.

this is different than 'sunburn'?

That looks similar to Opuntia I have. I will to post better pictures, eventually. http://flickr.com/photos/grandviewst/500219408/ What causes the discolorations on the flesh and varying color around the aureolas? Are the random number of spines from each common? New growth has a reddish appearance a...

Apparently I could use some help in the identification of my cacti, thanks much for clarifying. I am rather disappointed in myself and my handling of the Oreocereus. I am eager to learn more and start applying some science to my caring. I have always done things by "feel" and common sense ...

Hello, fantastic site and great forum. I have kept a variety of cacti for many years somewhat successfully. Lost a few, rehabbed a few, have had good luck with cuttings etc. These past few years however I am running into problems more than ever. I have combed through this site and others in an effor...