{"product_id":"espostoa-melanostele-inermis","title":"Espostoa melanostele var. inermis","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"6355\" data-start=\"6318\"\u003eEspostoa melanostele var. inermis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6589\" data-start=\"6357\"\u003eEspostoa melanostele var. inermis is a distinctive columnar cactus valued for its soft hairy appearance and collector appeal. This unusual cactus works well in bright indoor spaces, covered patios, and dry-climate plant collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6912\" data-start=\"6591\"\u003eIts upright stems develop dense white woolly growth that helps create a sculptural, textured look. Compared to heavily spined cactus varieties, this form has a softer appearance that stands out in mixed cactus displays. It is often chosen by collectors looking for unusual columnar species with strong architectural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"6949\" data-start=\"6914\"\u003eWant your succulent with a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7172\" data-start=\"6951\"\u003eThis plant has been grown in a 130mm nursery pot, so that size is a good guide if you’re picking a pot for home. We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"7182\" data-start=\"7174\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"7194\" data-start=\"7184\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7255\" data-start=\"7195\"\u003eRequires bright light to full sun once acclimated gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"7267\" data-start=\"7257\"\u003eWater\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7352\" data-start=\"7268\"\u003eAllow the potting mix to dry between watering. Reduce watering during cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"7363\" data-start=\"7354\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7417\" data-start=\"7364\"\u003eUse a free-draining cactus and succulent potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"7435\" data-start=\"7419\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7489\" data-start=\"7436\"\u003eProtect from frost and extended cold, wet conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"7507\" data-start=\"7491\"\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7614\" data-start=\"7509\"\u003eIntroduce stronger sunlight gradually to avoid sun stress, especially after shipping or indoor placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1284\" data-start=\"1176\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1284\" data-start=\"1176\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations.                    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.succulentsonline.com.au\/shipping-returns\"\u003eView Shipping options\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Succulents Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45566520557612,"sku":"CAC217","price":29.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1238\/6092\/files\/1779441486648.jpg?v=1780834566","url":"https:\/\/www.succulentsonline.com.au\/products\/espostoa-melanostele-inermis","provider":"Succulents Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}