allow for good drainage. Set the cuttings upright in the potting mix about an inch (2.5 cm.) deep. If you plant the cuttings too deep, they might rot. Put some rocks around the pad to anchor it in place. Choose a spot for your Beavertail cactus cuttings. If you live in an area with strong summer sun, position the cuttings so that the broad sides of the cuttings face east and west while the slim sides face north and south. This will prevent the cuttings from burning during the hottest part of the day. Make sure the spot is sheltered from any cold winter winds. Wait for a month. Do not water the cutting for the first month. The moisture in the pad will provide enough nutrients for