Cacti- Parodia Haselbergii "scarlet ball cactus"

Parodia haselbergii – Scarlet Ball Cactus | Compact, Flowering, and Easy-Care

Add fiery charm and soft texture to your succulent collection with Parodia haselbergii, also known as the Scarlet Ball Cactus. Native to southern Brazil, this globe-shaped cactus features vivid scarlet blooms, fine, silky spines, and a petite, sculptural form—making it a standout for collectors, beginners, and anyone short on space.

Why You’ll Love Parodia haselbergii:

• Perfectly Compact Form
  Grows into a neat, rounded ball up to 10 cm tall and wide—perfect for small pots, windowsills, or grouped displays.
• Soft, Silvery Spines
  Covered in fine, hair-like spines that create a halo effect, giving this cactus a fuzzy, elegant texture that’s both delicate and eye-catching.
• Fiery Red Blooms
  In late spring and summer, it explodes with vivid scarlet to orange-red flowers in a crown around the top—offering bold color contrast against its pale spines.
• Low Maintenance, High Reward
  Slow-growing and drought-tolerant, this cactus thrives with minimal care, making it ideal for beginners or collectors alike.

Key Features

• Compact, round shape (up to 10 cm tall and wide)
• Fine, hair-like white to yellowish spines
• Scarlet-red flowers bloom in warm seasons
• Slow-growing; forms small clumps over time
• Ideal for sunny windowsills, shelves, or mixed cactus displays

Care Instructions

• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light or filtered sun. Provide light afternoon shade in very hot climates.
• Water: Water moderately during the growing season, allowing soil to fully dry between waterings. Water sparingly in winter.
• Soil: Use a gritty, fast-draining cactus mix. Add extra sand or perlite if needed.
• Temperature: Prefers warmth but can tolerate cool conditions down to 5°C (41°F) when kept dry.
• Fertiliser: Feed monthly during the active growing season with a diluted cactus fertiliser.
• Potting: Great for small pots and decorative containers—pairs well with other mini cacti in arrangements.

What You’ll Receive

One healthy Parodia haselbergii cactus, ready to thrive in your collection. Each plant is unique—variations in spine color and flowering pattern make your cactus truly one of a kind.

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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