Succulents

astrophytum asterias

Astrophytum asterias (Star Cactus): Types and How to Grow and Care

One of the most fascinating things about plants is their symmetry. Often observed in the formation of flowers that are visually appealing to both animal pollinators and humans, this symmetry usually resembles cosmic patterns and shapes. But this is not limited to flowers alone; plant symmetry is also present in the leaves, roots, and stems …

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spineless prickly pear

Spineless Cactus (Opuntia varieties): How to Grow and Care

Spines have always been associated with cacti. They are highly modified stems that protect these plants from animals that want to feed on them. They also prevent them from losing too much moisture in their extremely hot natural growing environment.  But as plants were cultivated for ornamental and agricultural purposes, the spines have become less …

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golden barrel cactus

Golden Barrel Cactus (Echinocactus grusonii): How to Grow and Care

Often confused as a member of the Ferocactus group of cacti, the Golden Barrel cactus is one of the most popular landscape plants for arid and desert regions. It displays a characteristic spiky golden globose shape that when installed en masse in a landscape, creates a whimsical appearance of giant sea urchins outside the ocean. …

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moon cactus

Gymnocalycium mihanovichii var. friedrichii ‘Hibotan’ (Moon Cactus): How to Grow and Care

The cactus family is known for their distinct spines, areoles, and plump, often ribbed stems. Most cacti come in different shades of green and although unique-looking, they can blend well with other plants, in the wild or indoors. They are not necessarily vibrant-looking and the colors are often brought about by their showy blooms. But …

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repot cactus

How to Repot a Cactus

Cacti are unique plants that have caught the attention of many house plant growers because of their ability to endure and even thrive on neglect. They do not require a lot of gardening work, especially watering, but there are other practices that need to be performed from time to time, like repotting. Cacti only grow …

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euphorbia resinifera

Moroccan Mound (Euphorbia resinifera): Growing Guide

Are you curious about how to grow Euphorbia resinifera – aka Moroccan mound succulents – aka Afrian spurge – aka the resin spurge? With its easy-to-care-for nature and fast-growing habit, this attractive mounding succulent is sure to spruce up any indoor and garden scene. These plants are the perfect specimens as textural accents in xeriscapes …

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