These desert loving plants look like something straight out of a spaghetti western.
Technically euphorbia, not cacti, these drought tolerant plants originate in the hot climates of Africa and South America where they evolved to store water.
Best space & place
Place in a bright spot.
When to water & feed
Water only when the soil is completely dry, this is likely to be every 2-4 weeks in summer. Water very little in winter months.
Need to know
Euphorbia contain a milky latex which can be harmful, so it is not advised for spaces shared with pets and children.
| Single Stem | Height: 80-90cm Potsize: ø24/H21cm |
| Single Stem |
Height: 100-110cm Potsize: ø27/H24cm |
| Double Stem | Height: 140-150cm Potsize: ø27/H27cm |
| Single Stem |
Height: 200-210cm Potsize: ø45/H38cm |
For no fuss or mess you can put the plant in the growing pot it arrives in straight inside a decorative one. This also allows allows excess water to be drained after watering.
For a good fit the opening (not diameter) and height of the new decorative pot need to be several centimetres greater than the current growing pot.
Remember to take into account tapering, as the internal height of a pot will be measured from the centre to the top but the sides will taper in on a rounded pot.
| Nursery Pot Diameter | Minimum Decorative Pot Opening Required |
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⌀17cm |
18-19cm |
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⌀20cm |
21-22cm |
|
⌀25cm |
25-26cm |
| ⌀28cm |
29-30cm |
|
⌀33cm |
34-35cm |
|
⌀35cm |
37-39cm |
| ⌀40cm | 41-42cm |
| ⌀45cm | 46-47cm |
| ⌀50cm | 51-52cm |
| ⌀55cm | 56-57cm |
| ⌀60cm | 61-62cm |
For a seamless finish where the plant is potted into the decorative pot, liners are available to prevent water leaking and the pot from damage.
We also offer a potting service.
