Gymnocalycium deeszianum
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 2"-4"
- W: 2"-4"
planting zones
- 7b-11
Gymnocalycium deeszianum plant details
Gymnocalycium deeszianum is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in alkaline, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gymnocalycium deeszianum
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 IN - 4 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: desert garden, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gymnocalycium deeszianum
- USDA Zones: 7b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: alkaline, gritty, lean and well-drained
Gardening facts about Gymnocalycium deeszianum plant
How to Grow Gymnocalycium deeszianum
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 1"-2"
Width: 1"-2"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 6"
Width: 6"
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 6"
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 3"
Width: 3"
- sun - bright shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 2"
Width: 3"
- sun - bright shade
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