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How to Graft Cactus and Succulents | Essential Guide

How to Graft Cactus and Succulents An Essential Guide

Grafted cacti and succulents are becoming increasingly popular, particularly in garden centers. They are adorable, strange, and absolutely enticing, making them the ideal choice for bringing a pop of color and beauty to your home. But, what precisely is grafting, and why is it necessary? Continue reading to learn more about grafting, as well as … Read more

Engelmann’s Hedgehog Cactus Fun Facts | Detailed Care Guide

Hedgehog Cactus Fun Facts | Plus Detailed Care Guide

The hedgehog cactus (Echinocereus engelmannii, a genus of ribbed, usually small and medium-sized cylindrical cacti) can be found in the southern US and Mexico in very sunny and rocky places. The name of these cacti represents the spiny and edible fruit in many species. They’re often soft-bodied, many-stemmed, and cylindrical. The spine-bearing tubercles come together … Read more

Are Coffee Grounds Good for Cactus And Succulents?

Cactus And Succulents

Coffee grounds contain a lot of minerals and nutritional resources. Still, they’re often discarded as the byproduct obtained from brewing coffee. That’s unfortunate because coffee grounds make an excellent fertilizer for cactus and succulents. They’re rich in nitrogen, magnesium, and potassium. So, they can enhance the fertility of garden soil as well as boost succulent … Read more

8 Most Rare Cactus In The World | Fun Facts!

Haageocereus Tenuis

If you’re looking to elevate the decor of your home or garden, finding a perfect rare cactus might just be your way to go. This plant needs very little attention, so you don’t have to constantly worry about watering it or taking care of it.  But let’s be honest, many of us have a cactus … Read more

Can You Eat Barrel Cactus Fruit? | Health Benefits and More

Barrel Cactus Fruit

You can find the popular barrel cactus (Echinocactus grusonii) with fruit in the deserts of Southwestern North America. However, can you eat barrel cactus fruit? The answer is yes.  As the blooms wilt away, small pineapple-shaped greenish fruit appears. The most interesting part? Left untouched, the fruit has been known to last a whole calendar year.  You … Read more