Some of them are still growing and pupping. One Lola actually looks like it’s going to bloom. It’s a very slow bloom shoot but it’s coming. I guess I’ll just give bit water here n there.

If a plant´s stomata are open it is still photosynthesising and is not dormant. The cooler and darker days cause growth to slow to a halt, but last season´s growth will still be hardening and ripening. My guys (mostly Mexican desert cacti) live outside all year, but go into cold frames Dec to Feb, where they are kept totally dry - trying to emulate habitat conditions. But I will still get the odd flower in January - usually a Lophophora.

The plants you listed don't have specific 'dormancy periods'. They are opportunistic, which means that they will grow any time of the year, as long as conditions are favorable (enough heat, light, and water). Naturally, when temperatures grow colder, the growth will slow way down, which means they will not use nearly as much water, but still appreciate light.

So basically, still water if they look like they need watering.

Kara - nice collection.

Thanks Kara. For the reply... will do ;)

agree nice collection :D