8 Beautiful Cactus Varieties To Grow
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A cactus is a great addition to the home thanks to its striking shape, size, and flowers. Seeing as no cactus plant is the same, it’s a unique, decorative way to add interest to your living space, whether it’s on your windowsill or grouped together on a shelf.
Cactus and succulents are enjoying overwhelming popularity in the garden design world; in fact, their fruits and pads are featured in cocktails, salads, and even jellies. Cactus and succulents can be easily integrated with other drought-tolerant trees, shrubs, perennials, and ornamental grasses for beautiful and natural-looking garden design.
Here are 8 beautiful Cactus varieties to grow.
1. Star Cactus
The star cactus (also called sea urchin cactus or starfish cactus) is a small plant, making it ideal for an indoor succulent garden. A yellow or white bloom is the show-stopper on this petite cactus.
2. Chamaelobivia hybrid
This freely flowering and densely spined cactus has a compact, cylindrical body. It will very quickly form large clumps.
3. Orchid Cactus
In their native habitats of the tropical Americas, orchid cacti can grow as long as 225 feet. Unless you live in a tropical climate, however, you do not have to worry about this plant growing to epic proportions. The flowers of this cactus are admired for their stunning 4-inch blooms and are primarily grown in hanging baskets. Try hanging orchid cacti from branches of large trees; they will benefit from the fresh air and light.
4. Bunny Ear Cactus
The bunny ear or angel wing cactus is a popular choice for its cute shape. This plant does not have spines like a traditional cactus, but that doesn’t mean it’s cuddly! The glochids (which give it a polka-dot appearance) can still stick you.
