REBUTIA KRAINZIANA

$7.00

Size:

70mm 100mm

Planter:

Bare Root Nursery Pot

Variant

Description

Habit: Argentina

Description:

Rebutia marsoneri 'Krainziana' is an appealing dwarf globular cactus characterized by small white areoles and delicate, short, and soft white spines. The cactus has a dark purple stem, which adds to its striking appearance. It typically reaches a height of up to 4 inches and grows in a clumping habit.

Rebutia cacti are popular for their large colourful flowers that open widely during the day and last for several days. Well-grown plants often flower in mass, the flower sometimes completely covering the plant and producing a spectacular display. In late spring, Rebutia krainziana produces vibrant orange to red flowers, which tend to bloom more abundantly and for a longer duration compared to many other cacti.

Generally easy to grow and relatively fast, these cacti do best in a container. Repot annually when young, then every two years. This hardy cactus thrives in a range of conditions, particularly preferring warmer, frost-free winters. It grows well outdoors in full sun or bright shade but requires protection during extreme heat. Indoors, it needs a very bright location to maintain its shape and encourage flowering.

Please note: The image is representative, the plant may vary slightly since each plant is unique.

Care Guide

Light
Need some direct sun but is tolerant and prefers light shade during the hot summer months. Indoors, place it in the sunniest spot, preferably a west- or south-facing window.

Water
It is best to follow a "soak and dry" schedule where you water your plants deeply (until water runs out the bottom drain holes), and then allow your soil to dry completely before watering again.

During the growing season, which is typically spring and summer, you can water your cactus every 2-3 weeks. In contrast, during the dormant period in winter, you'll want to reduce watering to once every 4-6 weeks.

Soil
Well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite.

It is advisable to re-pot this cactus regularly to promote healthy growth. Re-potting encourages the development of additional stems and increases the number of flowers produced. For best results, re-pot annually until the plant reaches about 100 mm in size. After that, re-potting every two to three years is sufficient. The ideal time for re-potting is at the end of winter, although it can be done at other times as well. After re-potting, avoid watering for a couple of weeks to reduce the risk of root rot caused by any broken roots.

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REBUTIA KRAINZIANA

REBUTIA KRAINZIANA

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