Mexican Fence Post Storm Break: Replanting Protocol

Immediate Steps for 4-Foot Broken Stem

1. Let broken end heal (callous) 2–3 weeks minimum.
2. Replant 5 inches deep in well-draining soil.
3. Critical: Orient north/south exactly as original.
4. Partial shade during healing/rooting.

Viability

Yes, salvageable. Rooting slower in cool season but will succeed.

Orientation Science

Cacti develop sun-hardened tissue on south side. Replanting rotated = sunburn on tender north tissue.

Good luck—these root reliably from clean breaks.