Removing a Full Ring of Pups from a 14-Inch Golden Barrel Cactus

A 14"+ Golden Barrel has a complete ring of pups. Removal: sterilized knife, cut pups, separate any roots, fungicide on all cuts. Callous days/weeks. Rootless pups: on 1:1 perlite/peat, shade, NO water, mist occasionally. Rooted pups: pot, water very gradually. Mother: no water until calloused. Scars barely noticeable. Rooting takes months—patience. Same method as for fewer pups, just more repetitions.