Medium cacti - 12cm diameter

Our cacti are low maintenance but high reward plants. They hold water in their roots for weeks, so if you forget to water them for a few weeks they will most likely survive!

Origin: Cacti are largely endemic to the American continents. The whole regions from north to south are home to dozens of known cactus plants. The northern limit stretches all the way to Western Canada. In the south, the cacti cover extends to Chile, British Columbia, Alberta Argentina and Patagonia.

Placement: You need to create the right environment for your cactus. You are looking for an open and free draining pot, this will prevent water-logging and best recreate the ideal habitat for your succulent. Cactus and succulents can be stored on a window sill all year round in the most part, however certain species such as Rhipsalis need to be positioned in a semi-shade environment, so ensure that you adhere to the requirements of your cactus. In terms of temperature, it is ideal to have a minimum of 8-10°C (46-50°F) at night time.

Care: The appropriate ways to care for your cactus houseplant varies depending on the time of year. From April, water weekly and allow excess to drain away. In winter however, watering can be reduced. The key is to allow the compost to dry out between watering sessions, this applies all year round. If possible, water using tepid rainwater as the minerals in tap water can build up and cause deposits, damaging the leaves of succulents.