04/22/2026
Tip of the Week 🌵 (Part 3 of 3)
This is where most people mess up — don’t skip this 👇
Step 8: Level your soil
➡️ Repeat light packing until flat ~1/2 inch from top
Step 9: Add top dress
➡️ Cover entire surface with Active Cactus Top Dress
Step 10: Even it out
➡️ Lightly spread with mini rake
Step 11: Place your cactus
➡️ Put it in its permanent lighting environment
Step 12: WAIT to water
⛔ Do NOT water for 1 week
Step 13: After 1 week
💧 Water thoroughly
➡️ Then let fully dry before watering again
This prevents rot and promotes strong root establishment 🔥