Cacti & Succulents
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What Is An Old Lady Cactus – How To Grow An Old Lady Cactus Flower
The mammillaria old lady cactus can be grown outdoors in hot climates or indoors as a houseplant. Click here to get more information.
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What Are Cleistocactus Cacti – Cleistocactus Cactus Care Tips
Growing Cleistocactus cactus is popular in zones 9 through 11. Click here for more info on growing this type of cactus plant.
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What Is A Thumb Cactus – Learn About Thumb Cactus Care
If you like cute cacti, the mammillaria thumb cactus is a specimen for you. What is a thumb cactus? Click to learn more.
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Cat Claw Cactus Care – Learn About Growing Cat Claw Cacti
The most available method for growing cat claw cacti is by seed. Care is minimal and it's highly recommended for beginners.
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What Is An Orange Snowball Cactus – Tips For Growing Orange Snowballs
The orange snowball cactus is appropriate for use as a houseplant or a part of an outdoor display. Click here to get more information.
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Crown Cactus Info – Learn About Rebutia Crown Cactus
Rebutia crown cactus is a favorite of many growers, flowering and producing offsets after just a few years. Click here to learn more.
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Raised Bed Cactus Garden – Growing Cactus In Raised Beds
Raised cactus garden beds allow you to have a wide selection of prickly flora without worrying about foot traffic in the area. Click here for more.
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Peruvian Apple Cactus Info – Learn About Peruvian Cactus Care
Growing Peruvian apple cactus is a simple way to add a beautiful form to the landscape. Click here for information on growing this column cactus.
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Pachycereus Elephant Cactus Info: Tips For Growing Elephant Cactus At Home
Love elephants? Try growing elephant cacti. While the name elephant cactus (Pachycereus pringlei) may sound familiar, don’t confuse this plant with the more commonly planted Portulacaria elephant bush. Learn more about this interesting cactus plant here.
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What Is Brain Cactus: Cristata Information And Care
One of the many species of Mammillaria, Cristata is the form known as brain cactus. It is an easy-to-grow cactus and makes a great houseplant or outdoor specimen in warmer climates. Click here for some Cristata information along with care and growing tips.
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Opuntia Cactus Varieties: What Are Different Types Of Opuntia Cactus
Opuntia is the largest genus in the cactus family. You will recognize most by their classic "prickly pear" appearance. Growing Opuntia in gardens adds desert appeal and unique flora to the landscape. Learn more about the plants in this article.
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Jovibarba Care – Tips On Growing Jovibarba Plants
Jovibarba is closely related to hens and chicks, but for all its similarities in appearance, the plant is a separate species. It is, however, in the same family, sharing identical site preferences and an almost indistinguishable appearance. Learn more about this plant here.
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Moving A Cactus Plant: How To Transplant A Cactus In The Garden
Occasionally, mature cactus plants have to be moved. Moving cacti in the landscape, especially large specimens, can be a challenge. The following article contains tips on how to transplant a cactus without harm to you or the plant.
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Cactus Plant Protection – How To Keep Rodents Away From Cactus
For some gardeners, rodents feeding on cactus can become a serious problem. Poison is one option, but you take the risk of harming birds and wildlife. If you're wondering how to keep rodents away from cactus, click this article for a few suggestions.
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Key Lime Pie Plant Care: How To Propagate Key Lime Pie Succulents
You may know key lime pie plants as crinkle leaf succulent plants. Whatever you choose to call these tough little plants, key lime pie plant propagation is about as easy as it gets. Click this article to learn about the propagation of Adromischus succulents.
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Caring For Barrel Cactus In The Garden - How To Grow Barrel Cactus
Barrel cacti are the classic desert denizens of lore. There are two types, the echinocactus and the ferrocactus. Each can be grown indoors or out. Learn more about growing them in this article.
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Why Is My Ocotillo Not Blooming – How To Get Ocotillo Flowers
Ocotillos are notable for their bright red flowers and whip-like stems. If you're wondering, "Why is my ocotillo not blooming?", click this article for some possible reasons and solutions to make this desert wonder fully flower.
