What are the main reasons why cactus plants die?

The most common reason is excess humidity + fungi/bacteria, i know I killed many when I started caring for cacti. Cacti are really slow growers, so the thought that watering more will make them grow faster is simply just unrealistic. Most of the t... read more

When a newly-planted cactus starts to lean, a brace made from wood, not additional soil or medium packed firmly around the base of the plant, is the best way to hold it in place until it supports itself. read more

Cacti are prized in the landscape and as container specimens or houseplants for their unique appearance and relatively low water and maintenance requirements. it is generally cause for alarm when a slow-growing, prized cactus appears to suffer or die. The death of a cactus is most likely caused by or associated with excessive moisture around the roots, although factors like a too-deep planting, low temperatures and fungal pathogens also potentially present problems for a cactus. read more

I've got a small cactus about two and half inches tall that's under a lamp with a"plant light" and after two weeks I can tell it needs to go outside(It's not as green). They need alot of light, which makes me wonder why small cacti are office favorites. read more