Miniature Chin Cactus (Gymnocalycium)
Gymnocalycium bruchii
SKU: HC017280
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Overview
Miniature Chin Cactus (Gymnocalycium) blooms in late spring with light pink flowers held over small clustering stems. It is a tiny low growing cactus native to Argentina.
key features
Botanical Name
Gymnocalycium bruchii
Growing Zones
Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Advantages
Bee Friendly, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Evergreen, Container Planting, Rock Gardens
Soil Moisture
Waterwise
Light Requirements
Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade
Mature Height
1" tall
Bloom Time
Mid to late spring
SKU
HC017280
Description
Miniature Chin Cactus (Gymnocalycium bruchii) is a tiny low growing cactus native to Argentina. Miniature Chin Cactus blooms in late spring with light pink flowers held over small clustering stems. The plant needs a partially shaded spot protected from the hot afternoon sun. Plant it into a north or east facing rock crevice and don't grow it too dry. Plant it in a well-drained, low fertility soil with other small, slow-growing rock garden plants and succulents.
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