Mammillaria bocasana 'Fred'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 6"-8"

planting zones

10a-11

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Mammillaria bocasana 'Fred' plant details

Mammillaria bocasana 'Fred' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Mammillaria bocasana 'Fred'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Uses: highly variable, spineless, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Mammillaria bocasana 'Fred'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We've always liked Fred. Ever since we got our first one many years ago from Lazlo at Desert Nursery in Deming, New Mexico. The parent plant is totally lost in its fascinating monstrous growth.

By: Kara Nursery

Garden photo gallery of Mammillaria bocasana 'Fred'

By: Kara Nursery

By: Kara Nursery

Gardening facts about Mammillaria bocasana 'Fred' plant

How to Grow Mammillaria bocasana 'Fred'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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