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Hatiora gaertneri 'Colomba'

Also Known As

  • Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri 'Colomba'
  • Colomba Orange Easter Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Hatiora gaertneri 'Colomba' plant details

Hatiora gaertneri 'Colomba' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring orange flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with mostly sun and even moisture water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hatiora gaertneri 'Colomba'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hatiora gaertneri 'Colomba'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful, bright orange, 2" blooms adorn Easter Cactus 'Colomba' between March and May. Each flower lasts for several weeks, opening every morning after sunrise and closing at sundown. The iridescent star-shaped blooms are borne on the ends of the succulent's stems similar to Christmas cactus. In their native habitat, rhipsalidopsis grow as epiphytes in the forests of Brazil and other South American countries. Easter cactus like filtered light but no direct sunlight, well-drained soil and moderate watering and fertilization. Keep the plant cool and moist while it's in bloom to extend the flowering season. We are selling budded plants that will bloom this spring.

Gardening facts about Hatiora gaertneri 'Colomba' plant

How to Grow Hatiora gaertneri 'Colomba'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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