Growing Easter Cactus: How To Care For Rhipsalidopsis Gaertneri

Growing Rhipsalidopsis Gaertneri

If you like to have a bit of nature in your home, then Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri is a great plant to consider. The gaertneri is a hybrid plant created by crossing two different species of cacti. The natural habitat for the Rhipsalidopsis plant is the rainforests of Brazil. These plants are epiphytes, which means they grow … Read more

Growing Pachyphytum: How To Care For Pachyphytum Compactum

Growing Pachyphytum Compactum

If you’re looking for an easy-to-care-for succulent, the pachyphytum compactum is definitely the plant for you! This succulent is known for being low maintenance and drought tolerant, making it the perfect addition to any home or garden. Pachyphytum compactum is a small, slow-growing succulent that originates from Mexico. It’s a member of the Pachyphytum genus, … Read more

Growing Echinocereus: How To Care For Echinocereus

Growing Echinocereus

If you’re considering adding an Echinocereus to your garden, you’re in for a treat. These fun and funky plants are easy to care for and perfect for anyone who wants a low-maintenance garden option.  Echinocereus is a genus of about 70 species of cacti native to North and Central America. The plants are characterized by … Read more

Growing Pachyveria: How To Care For Pachyveria

Growing Pachyveria

Quick Facts On Pachyveria Succulents Family: Crassulaceae Light: Bright filtered light Temperature: 70° and 80° degrees Fahrenheit Water: Allow the soil to dry out in between watering Fertilizer: Diluted organic liquid fertilizer every four weeks Propagation: Leaf or stem cuttings Common Problems: Too much water, mealybugs If you are looking for a plant that doesn’t … Read more

Growing Starfish Flower: How To Care For Stapelia Variegata

Growing Stapelia Variegata

Orbea variegata, previously known as Stapelia variegata, is a cactus species native to southern Africa. It is a low-growing, succulent plant that forms clumps of sprawling stems up to 3′ feet in diameter. The stems are covered with sharp spines and distinctive, star-shaped flowers that range in color from yellow to red. The most common … Read more

Growing Barrel Cactus: How To Care For Barrel Cactus

Growing Barrel Cactus

If you’re considering getting a barrel cactus for your home, you’re in for a treat! These succulents are easy to care for and make great additions to any room. The barrel cactus is a round, spiny cactus native to the deserts of Mexico and the southwestern United States.  These cacti can grow over 6′ feet … Read more

Growing Turk’s Cap Cactus: How To Care For Melocactus

Growing Melocactus

If you’re looking for a cool cactus or succulent plant, consider the Melocactus. They’re not too hard to care for. Then need water regularly and keep them in a sunny spot. Melocactus is native to the deserts of Mexico and South America, and used to hot, dry conditions. In its natural habitat, the plant grows … Read more

Growing Ball Cactus: How To Care For Notocactus Scopa

Growing Notocactus Scopa

If you’re looking for a beautiful and easy to care for cactus, Notocactus scopa is an excellent option. Notocactus scopa is a type of cactus that is native to South America. It is part of the greater Notocactus family, which includes over 100 different species. Notocactus scopa specifically gets its name from the Latin word … Read more

Growing Rebutia: How To Care For Rebutia Fiebrigii

Growing Rebutia Fiebrigil

Rebutia fiebrigii is a member of the cactus family, native to Bolivia. It is an abundant species, living in the Andes Mountains at altitudes between 7,000 – 13,000 feet. In their native habitat, they grow on rocky slopes, plateaus, and grassland valleys that are fully exposed to the elements.  Because of the harsh conditions, Rebutia … Read more