Add a unique and striking feature to your garden or indoor plant collection with the White Ball Cactus, also known as the Snowball Cactus. Native to the mountainous regions of South America, this intriguing cactus is sure to captivate with its distinctive snowy appearance, thanks to its dense, white spines.

Cactus Characteristics:

• Type: Snowball Cactus (White Ball Cactus)

• Origin: South America, mountainous regions

• Appearance: Globular body in shades of green to blue-green, covered with woolly areoles and dense white spines for a snow-like look.

Care & Maintenance:

• Soil: Prefers well-draining cactus mix.

• Water: Moderate needs; allow the soil to dry completely between waterings.

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Full sun is recommended to promote denser spine growth.

• Climate: Drought-tolerant once established but frost-sensitive. Protect or bring indoors in cold weather.

Growth & Size:

• Growth Rate: Slow-growing, reaching up to 6 inches in height and diameter.

• Propagation: Can produce offsets, forming small clusters over time.

Flowering & Foliage:

• Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer.

• Flower Color: Bright yellow, providing a beautiful contrast against the white spines.

Uses & Placement:

• Ideal For: Rock gardens, cactus collections, or as a striking standalone specimen.

• Container Gardening: Suitable for pots, making it easy to move indoors when needed.

• Landscape Design: Adds texture and visual interest to succulent arrangements and desert-themed landscapes.

Key Benefits:

• Maintenance: Low maintenance, suitable for beginner gardeners.

• Visual Appeal: Unique white spines offer year-round interest.

• Environmental Impact: Drought-resistant, an eco-friendly choice for low-water gardens.

• Pollination: Bright yellow flowers attract pollinators, enhancing garden biodiversity. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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