Grey Gradient Series | White Star Cactus Square Duo-Tone Cement Planter

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51289636646_0b17a2f081_o.jpg 【PRE-ORDER ITEM】 This item is made to order after your purchase and is expected to ship within approximately 7 working days. Thank you for your understanding. 🔥🔥🔥 Popular best-selling items often have more ready stock and will be shipped as planted. This is not a "one item, one photo" listing. If you are particular about the current condition of the plant, please feel free to message the designer for photos. 🔥🔥🔥 🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼 Many cactus varieties can bloom, though the duration varies – from just one day to 3-7 days. When your cactus flowers, be sure to capture the moment with a photo! You can observe the flower's shape to tell if it has wilted; if the petals appear shriveled, it has finished blooming. If the petals are simply closed without wilting, they will reopen with sunlight the next day. After blooming, there's no need to prune or remove the flowers. They can be left to naturally wither and fall or collapse. The number of flower buds on each cactus may vary. Some may have buds ready to bloom, while others might have already opened during transit. It's also possible that the flowers have already faded by the time you receive it. The designer occasionally captures photos when the cactus is in bloom, but it's possible the flowers have already passed their peak by your purchase. All you can do is care for it diligently and patiently await its next bloom! Therefore, seize the best viewing opportunity by bringing this delightful plant home soon! 🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼 Name: Mammillaria plumosa (White Star Cactus) Family: Cactaceae, Mammillaria genus Origin: Northern Mexico The White Star cactus is a small, globular cactus that grows in dense clusters, reaching diameters of 5-7 cm. Its dark green body is densely covered in white, feather-like spines. The axils of the tubercles have long white wool, and there are 40 radial spines, measuring 0.3-0.7 cm, which are grayish-white or white. The White Star blooms in winter with small, white flowers that have brown or red central stripes. It is dioecious, requiring cross-pollination for seeds. The White Star is generally an easy-to-care-for variety, but pay close attention to temperature and watering. | Soil | Soil preparation for the White Star cactus is quite simple. The base uses perlite mixed with peat, with added vermiculite and granular coal slag. The ratio is flexible, prioritizing aeration. The soil surface is covered with granular pumice. | Watering | This variety is not very tolerant of intense sunlight, and its roots are prone to rot. Therefore, the soil must be well-draining and quick to dry. Water thoroughly during the growth period when the soil is dry, and sparingly for mature plants. Water only when the soil is very dry, ensuring it is fully saturated. Don't be afraid to water thoroughly due to concerns about root rot, or to frequently water only partially. Avoid watering the crown directly, as poor ventilation can lead to water accumulation in the growth point, causing the bulb to rot. | Summer & Winter Care | The White Star cactus experiences a slight dormancy in the summer. The plant requires partial shading and good ventilation. From July to September, during the high-temperature period, maintain a cool, airy environment. From September to December, water only when dry. Throughout the cold winter, if the temperature drops below 5°C, refrain from watering. Although winter is the White Star's growth period, minimal watering helps prevent frost damage and root rot. The White Star can tolerate low temperatures when the soil is dry. In spring, watering should be gradual, paying attention to weather changes. 📝 Key Notes: Hardy and robust, it thrives in ample sunlight but dislikes direct, harsh exposure. During its winter growth period, keep the soil slightly dry, watering thoroughly only when completely dry.