Cactus and safety. What should you know about to protect yourself, your loved ones, and pets around cactus.
You don’t need to do much to care for a cactus. But the things that you actually need to do should be done carefully. And one such thing is trimming. Even if you don’t need to do it frequently, your cactus plants need occasional pruning to stay beautiful and healthy. Furthermore, you also need to … Read more
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
Interested in growing golden barrel cactus? Also known as Echinocactus Grusonii, these cacti are recognized for their colossal, imposing look and add grace to any outdoor garden or xeriscape. Owing to their catchy geometrical shape and brilliant gold spines, they get their fitting name: Golden Barrel. The Golden Barrel Cactus may be one of the most … Read more
You don’t really want to deal with a survival situation but you never know what life has planned for you. There are many reported cases where individuals have gotten lost in a desert. The first thing that usually comes to mind is if you can drink water from cactus plants? The biggest challenge to survive … Read more
The popular jumping cholla cactus (Cylindropuntia fulgida), also known as the hanging chain cholla, is native to the Sonoran desert and the Southwestern US. However, it’s not actually a jumping cactus. It’s known as the jumping cactus because of the super loose joint attachments that “jump” to passersby as they brush slightly over the plant and get stung. If … Read more
No one can deny that dogs can be curious creatures who enjoy exploring and nibbling on everything in their path. If they eat anything they shouldn’t, it can get them into trouble or cause serious health problems. Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on pinterest Table of Contents Cactus, of course, is no … Read more
When it comes to cactus, one of the most common questions that’s asked is: is cactus poisonous? Typically, the answer is no. However, there are a few exceptions to this rule – so it’s safe to say: if you’re ever in the desert and come across one, it’s probably best not to mess with it. … Read more
Thinking of getting a low-maintenance potted cactus plant but also wondering if you can grow cactus around your pet cats? Just as with children, cats should be monitored closely when it comes to what plants they are exposed to. Is cactus toxic to cats? In contrast to popular belief, cactus is generally safe for cats, … Read more