Northeast Indoor Cactus Basal Rot: Humidity-Adjusted Watering, Top Cutting Rescue

Northeast Humidity = Less Water

Monthly watering too much for NE winters. Every 2 months winter; only when bone dry.

Rescue Cutting

1. Cut 5+ inches above rot.
2. Sharp knife, leather gloves.
3. Inspect cut; recut if discolored.
4. Callus 2+ weeks.
5. New pot, cactus mix, dry regime.

Euphorbia Check

If paired spines + latex: wider cuts (6+ inches), alcohol between cuts.

Light Upgrade

Grow light 12–14 hrs essential for NE winters.