Description

Light: The red ball tops are tolerant of more shade than many cacti and dislike direct sunlight. By contrast, the stock green cacti on the bottom are often light-lovers. Look for a bright area, but not so bright that the color of the top begins to wash out.

Soil: A rich, fast-draining cactus mix with a low pH is ideal. Make sure the soil meets the needs of the host cactus on the bottom.

Water: Allow the soil mix to become nearly dry between waterings, but then water thoroughly. The cactus should not sit in a marshy soil for more than a day or so; good drainage is essential. During the summer months, the plant might need frequent watering, especially if it has been moved outside. Plants in small pots will only need weekly watering. Watering in the winter months is unnecessary, but mist the plant occasionally.

Temperature and Humidity: Ideal conditions for the rootstock and the upper sicon portion may not be the same. It is possible for borderline temperatures to cause the ruby red portion to die while the rootstock survives. Like most cacti, this plant prefers low humidity levels.

Fertilizer: You do not need to regularly fertilize your ruby ball cactus plant, but you should dose it with a cactus fertilizer every month during its growing season (April to September). Suspend feeding during the dormant winter period.

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The Price is per one individual plant.