Everything you need to know at a glance in one
handy and superbly illustrated practical guide. It
includes full photographic directory of over 50
varieties of cacti, including Astrophytum, Cereus,
Coryphantha, Echinocactus, Opuntia, Pachycereus,
Thelocactus, and many more. It features a range of
diverse and specialized types that thrive in different
climates around the world, including both desert cacti
and rainforest cacti. For each variety, full botanical
information is provided on history, growth, hue, height,
spread and suitability. It includes step-by-step
photographic guidance on planting in containers and
raised beds, repotting, propagating from cuttings and
seed, grafting, maintenance, and how to deal with common
pests and diseases. The cactus is perhaps best known as
the silent, prickly observer of the wild west action
movie, but there are in fact nearly 2,500 different
species ranging from the tall column plant to tiny
button plants. Capable of surviving in extreme
environments, the cactus is surprisingly easy to grow in
most gardens. This book guides you through all the
techniques involved in propagating and caring for these
wonderful plants, and a fully illustrated directory
describes over 50 recommended varietes. There is expert
advice on selecting the best types, planting them in
beds and containers, and dealing with pests and
diseases. The book will help you to create amazing
displays in indoor arrangements, in the greenhouse and
outdoors.
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