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thimble succulent Buy Mammillaria gracilis fragilis 'Thimble Cactus' Australia

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thimble succulent Buy Mammillaria gracilis fragilis 'Thimble Cactus' AustraliaMammillaria gracilis fragilis, commonly known as 'Thimble Cactus', is a highly sought after, petite cactus that forms a charming clump. It is easy to propagate but slow growing and as the name "fragilis" suggests the plant is incredibly delicate and heads can be easily dislodged even with the slightest touch. We wrap these very carefully to try and keep them intact but it's highly likely when you receive this plant you will have some segments come

Mammillaria gracilis fragilis, commonly known as 'Thimble Cactus', is a highly sought-after, petite cactus that forms a charming clump. It is easy to propagate but slow growing and as the name "fragilis" suggests the plant is incredibly delicate and heads can be easily dislodged even with the slightest touch.

We wrap these very carefully to try and keep them intact but it's highly likely when you receive this plant you will have some segments come away. If so just nest them down in the pot and they will soon form new roots forming a more extensive clump.

What makes the Thimble Cactus such a great addition to your collection is its remarkable resilience to a wide range of conditions. Water, no water, sun, shade, this plant is not too fussed. so it's a great one to have in your collection as you can set and forget :)

This petite cactus is native to Central Mexico and is well-suited for growing outdoors in warm climates. It forms a charming clump of short, spiny stems, each one producing a cluster of thimble-sized offshoots. At maturity, the plant develops an attractive, rounded shape, growing up to 12 cm in height, with each head reaching around 3 cm in diameter.

In late winter and spring, Thimble Cactus produces small creamy white flowers, adding to its charm. Despite its delicate appearance, this cactus is surprisingly resilient and can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions. This slow-growing cactus will thrive in full sunlight or light shade, but if you're moving it to a sunnier position, do so gradually to avoid scorching.

If you are growing Thimble Cactus in a container, use a potting mix for cacti and succulents or a combination of regular potting mix and coarse sand.  Fertilize it once a year, in mid-spring, using a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half strength.

In conclusion, Thimble Cactus is a great choice for xeriscaping or rock gardens, and it also makes an excellent houseplant. It is generally very easy to grow and can survive in a range of conditions. If you're looking for a charming, resilient cactus to add to your collection, Thimble Cactus is definitely a good one to get.

Mammillaria gracilis fragilis 'Thimble Cactus' plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images 2 to 4. First image for display only. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.

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  • All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
  • Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
  • Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
  • Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.

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