hi, I have had this huge 70+ year old euphorbia for a few years now and it has had a few periods of rapid growth. this year, the bits at the very top are turning brown and… corking? any idea why or what I can do for it? it gets a few hours of direct sunlight a day and many hours of indirect sunlight and I water it once a month. thank you!
by 42QIII
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Possibly not enough light on top. They are not cactus but euphorbia species which needs more water than cactus do. I water when dry in summer and less often in winter.. no more than once a month in winter definitely.
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We also take a saw to cut the sides off so it stands straighter. I recommend potting in a light plastic pot with drainage holes and set it into a heavy ceramic pot for balance and looks.