The golden barrel cactus is a globe shaped type cacti suitable for growing in conservatories, on patios or any other type of indoor glass rooms. The barrel cactus is primarily suited for growing in garden rockery settings, desert type landscapes, patios and botanical gardens. They are grown indoors inside conservatories or other glass rooms where enough sunlight is provided. However, they seem to have great difficulty flowering indoors.

Appearance: The globular shaped stem can grow up to 60 inches tall and 36 inches wide in the wild, or where they are given conditions similar to the natural Mexican habitat. This stem is ribbed and produces prickly yellowish spines (there is also a spineless type), and the crown of the cactus has white colored woollen hairs at the top.

Flowering: The golden barrel cacti will produce yellow flowers during mid-summer, although these are unlikely to appear indoors. These are grown mainly for the foliage rather than flowers; for the desert look that’s appealing to cactus growers and collectors.

Care: The Echinocactus grusonii is fairly quick growing at first; then the growth rate slows right down. So you can expect to wait about 10 years for the cactus to reach 10 inches in diameter. Like most cacti they’re drought tolerant and need very little care and attention to grow well. Not enough sunlight and over-watering are common mistakes. When handling, it’s best to use gloves to protect your hands from the prickly spines.

Warning: Thorny surface. Use gloves during handling.

Sunlight

• It grows well in bright indirect sunlight.

Soil

• Soil should be well drain and porus.

Watering

• Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.

• Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when the top soil (3-4 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.

• Apply water probably in the morning or evening time.

• Do not overwater the plant.

• As a rule of thumb, water the plant thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.

Application of fertilizer

• Before application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture.

• During the main growing season (January-March) feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.

• Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.

Plant Protection

• Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.

• For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.

Don’ts

• Do not over water the Aloe vera especially when pot does not have drainage holes.

• Keep away from the AC Vents.

• Do not apply water on plant leaves.

Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location.

• Check the moisture in the soil before watering it.

• Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water.

• Keep the plant in indirect light.

• Do not re-pot immediately after receiving it.

Special feature Aloe Vera

• It is an air purifier indoor/outdoor plant.

Ornamental uses of Aloe Vera

• Suitable for container, rock garden and xeriscaping.

Sunlight

• Snake plant grows well in bright indirect sunlight.

Soil

• Soil should be well drain and porus.

Watering

• Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.

• Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when the top soil (3-4 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.

• Apply water probably in the morning or evening time.

• Do not overwater the plant.

• As a rule of thumb, water the plant thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.

Application of fertilizer

• Before application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture.

• During the main growing season (January-March) feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.

• Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.

Plant Protection

• Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.

• For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.

Don’ts

• Do not over water the Sansevieria trifasciata Hahnii plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.

• keep away from the AC Vents.

• Do not apply water on plant leaves.

Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location.

• Check the moisture in the soil before watering it.

• Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water.

• Keep the plant in indirect light.

• Do not re-pot immediately after receiving it.

Special feature of Sansevieria trifasciata Hahnii

Snake plant is an air purifier indoor plant.

Ornamental uses of Sansevieria trifasciata Hahnii

• Grown as indoor potted plant.

A Barrel cactus can grow up to 3 ft in the outdoors.. 

Our barrel cactai are homegrown under monitored desert conditions. Favourable soil patterns should include a mixture of sandstone, coarse sand, perlite, coconut coir, pumice, crushed granite, gravel, chicken grit, and regular garden soil. Cactus soils system also called as cactus mix as it is sometimes referred to, is a blend of mainly inorganic materials such as sand, gravel, pumice, and/or perlite that is ideal for growing cacti and succulents thanks to its superior drainage. To enable the drainage in non-perforted bowls, we make use of pebble layers and cocnut meshing underneath the cactus mix earthing. The surface are helps in evaporation of excess water resulting in a favourable drainage system.

Succulents have been cultivated as in-house plants since at least the 17th century. They are often grown as ornamental plants because of their striking and unusual appearance, as well as their ability to thrive with relatively minimal care. 

Temperature:

Temperatures averaging 50°F/10°C – 75°F/23.8°C are ideal but not below 40°F/5°C and avoid frost.

Light:

Plenty of sunshine will keep this cacti more than happy. In a glass room you may have to provide some shade during a hot summers day to prevent sunburn.

Watering:

From spring until fall; water similar to many other house plants by watering when the soil begins drying. Before and during winter barely water the plant. Overwatering, especially when the temperature becomes cold can rot this species.

Soil:

A pot mixture used for cactus plants that drains well will suffice. Adding gravel or small pebbles at the bottom first few inches of the pot will encourage drainage.

Re-Potting:

When they are young and growing it’s best to re-pot these once a year; during spring in a slightly bigger container. Once they mature re-pot maybe every 2 – 3 years or when necessary.

Fertilizer:

Feed every 4 weeks with a high potassium fertilizer during summer.

Humidity:

Humidity does not seem to be a major concern for the Echinocactus grusonii, which makes the average indoor environment fine, as it is. Provide as much fresh air as you can , but not cold drafts.

Propagation:

These are propagated with seeds once it fruits after flowering.

What are terrariums?

They are a small, enclosed environment for certain plants. Think of it as a mini-greenhouse. The containers for terrarium gardens are typically transparent, such as glass or plastic.

Terrariums are great for people living in small spaces or for those who just love to garden. They are low-maintenance, space-saving and simply beautiful, making them great additions to any home or business.

How do terrariums work?

They are indoor gardens in a sealed container. The plants and the soil in the terrarium release water vapor – essentially recycling water. The vapor is then collected onto the walls of the vessel and trickles down to the soil. Terrariums are self-nourishing, which is why they require little maintenance, if sealed.

What are the benefits of terrariums?

• They help grow plants that would be difficult to grow in dry air.

• They provide a confined space for a garden – a ‘mini garden.’

• You can use artificial light, such as LED or fluorescent very efficiently.

• Terrariums don’t need to be watered often.

How often do you have to water a terrarium?

If closed, you might be watering them (on average) once a month but this will vary depending on a variety of factors. Open terrariums benefit from being watered every 3-6 weeks. Rather than watering on a schedule, check the soil to see if and how much water your plants need.

Do terrariums need air?

Yes, but plants in airtight, or closed terrariums, recycle air. During the day, sunlight promotes the growth of sugars during the process of photosynthesis. Photosynthesis converts carbon dioxide into oxygen, releasing it into the terrarium.

In a closed terrarium, you may want to remove the lid to let fresh air into the terrarium, but a closed terrarium will not damage the plants.

Can you plant trees in terrariums?

Bonsai trees or small junipers might work but that’s about it.

What type of soil works best in terrariums?

Coco – coir, peat moss or houseplant soil works with most plants, besides succulents which prefer a well-drained inorganic medium. Some people choose to make their own soil but if you’re short on time, garden store houseplant soil works just fine. For succulents, you’ll need soil with a sand or gravel mixture.

Do terrariums make good gifts?

Of course they do! Not only are they low maintenance, but they’re a beautiful addition to any home, apartment or business. 

Do terrariums smell?

In general, no. They actually smell quite nice with an “earthy” odor. But, if yours happens to smell rotten, it’s most likely a sign of root rotting or over-watering.