Love gardening but hate the thorns? Not all garden gloves are created equal, especially when it comes to working with cacti, roses, blackberries, or any plants with thorns. The best gloves for handling thorny plants are made of pigskin or goatskin as they provide adequate protection against puncture, dexterity, and flexibility, allowing you to perform …
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Cacti, as hardy as they are, can sometimes develop holes due to various factors. What causes holes in a cactus? The holes in cacti are primarily due to tissue damage caused by certain bird species, insect infestation, rodents, bacterial and fungal diseases, physical damage, overwatering and poor drainage, freeze and sun damage. In this article, …
Understanding the root system of succulents is crucial for their optimal growth and survival. Contrary to many plants, succulents exhibit a unique, predominantly shallow root system. Stem succulents tend to have shallow but long fibrous roots that grow horizontally to quickly absorb water from intermittent rainfall in hot, dry climates. Those with tap roots are …
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Fancy growing a pineapple plant at home, but unsure if it’s cared for like your favorite succulents? The question is intriguing: Are pineapples actually succulents? Although they share water-saving features, pineapple plants are not succulents because they do not store water as most succulents do. They also produce fruits and prefer a tropical growing environment. …
The snake plant, with its upright, sword-like leaves, and attractive variegation is an iconic presence in many homes and offices. But, is it actually a succulent? Although they have different growth habits, many snake plant species are succulents, as they have water-storage tissues, shallow horizontal roots, and carry out CAM photosynthesis, all of which allow …
When you see a Christmas cactus burst into a range of pink, red, and white hues, you can be sure that winter is around the corner, as that’s their typical blooming period each year. But sometimes it can also surprise you with flowers during the hot summers. A Christmas cactus can bloom out of season …
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Meet the giants of the cactus world—the Saguaro Cacti (Carnegiea gigantea). In this article, we’re unpacking 28 little-known facts about these iconic plants that showcase their unique characteristics and stories, offering a deeper insight into what makes Saguaros far more than just prickly giants in the desert. 1. Arms growth A saguaro cactus typically starts …
When it comes to cacti, many people might assume that these drought-tolerant plants thrive only in arid environments with low humidity. However, some cactus species actually prefer higher levels of humidity. So, it depends on the species of the cactus. Generally, epiphytic cacti like high humidity levels of 50-80%, and dessert-dwelling cacti species with thick …
If you are looking for a cactus that thrives in humid areas, you will love epiphytic cacti. They have long trailing stems and leaves that drape from a hanging basket. They do not have spikes and many also produce stunningly beautiful blooms to decorate your indoor space. Check out the top 20 epiphytic cactus species …
It is easy to identify columnar cacti. They are tall cacti with one single main stem and arms branching from the sides. Columnar cacti can be the “arborescent” type, which can be tall like a tree with one clearly visible main stem and arms growing well above ground from the main stem. Columnar cacti can …
