Mammillaria 'Snowcap'

A handsome variety that will produce offsets of upright stems. The stems are dark green and covered in short clusters of white spikes. Each branch is 1-3cm across. Produces small white flowers flushed with pink at the top of the stems in spring and summer. What could be more dry hardy and easier to care for than the Cactus? These plants are purpose built to survive hot, dry periods. Cactus are great in the garden or in pots or anything that holds soil. Cactus are a top plant for all ages and a great way to encourage kids to garden. All you need to grow Cactus successfully is well drained soil, a sunny position and remember, while they are built to withstand the dry they do require the occasionally water. In pots, water the soil (not the foliage) as it begins to dry out. This will be roughly once a week in the warmer months and once every 2-3 weeks in winter. In the ground, nature will take care of all the watering once they have established. There is no denying Cactus are sun lovers, so if you are planting them straight into the garden full sun is ideal. However, if you are growing Cactus in pots, put them in morning sun or part shade. Do this because in a full sun spot, their roots will become damaged from too much heat (in the ground they are more protected). Indoors, place your potted Cactus by a sunny window.

Supplied as: Pots
Size: 7.5 cm