Eden’s cacti tips

> Cacti are super easy to look after as they barely need watering. They are also slow growers so you shouldn’t need to re-pot them for years.

> Cacti scar easily so be gentle when transporting them and try not to touch or move them unnecessarily.

> Be careful to avoid spines. You may want to get spineless cacti if you have young children.

> Keep an eye out for mould. If cacti grow mould, or if they break, bruise or scar, you can shave the area with a knife to help it heal and eventually form a callus. Shave on a slant and allow it to drain and dry out (you may have to do this a couple of times).

> You can transform the shape of a cactus by cutting it and allowing new offshoots (pups) to grow.

> You can keep cacti anywhere – indoors with heaters on, outside or even in the bathroom.