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It is a magical addition to any sunny ledge, offering a touch of sculptural fantasy and desert-inspired charm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scott's Nursery Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"2.25\" Pot","offer_id":42907093074057,"sku":"P26789","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.25\" Pot","offer_id":42907093106825,"sku":"P27401","price":12.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Day of the Dead Pot","offer_id":44558122680457,"sku":"P28231","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3576\/1033\/files\/Fairy_Castle_CU.jpg?v=1748276893"},{"product_id":"cactus-cereus-blue-4-pot","title":"Cereus Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCereus hexagonus aka Cereus Blue\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a plant you don't have to water much? A cactus might be your answer! Most cacti come from dryland areas and are used to being able to survive weeks without rainfall.  Cereus\u003cspan\u003e has a grayish-green twisted stalk with thorns along the five ridges. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt blooms from spring to summer with large white blossoms that open at night. Flowers are funnel-shaped and can be up to 25 cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting: \u003c\/strong\u003eProvide a bright location with as much direct sun as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering: \u003c\/strong\u003eCereus is a drought-tolerant plant that does not require frequent watering. Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry. \u003cspan\u003eIn winter, water less; just keep the soil from drying excessively. 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Though it's easy to grow, its exotic look will give your friends the impression you're a champion houseplant grower. It has long, flat leaves that twist and curl as they grow, giving orchid cactus its unusual appearance. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight: \u003c\/strong\u003eGrow orchid cactus in bright light. This exotic houseplant is perfect for hanging baskets right inside your window (or you can take it outdoors to a shaded place for a little summer vacation). If the plant gets enough light, it may produce beautiful, creamy-white orchid-like flowers (hence its common name). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater: \u003c\/strong\u003eWater orchid cactus when the potting mix dries. Native to tropical rainforests where it grows on trees, this indoor plant doesn't want it soil to be moist all the time and will rot if it's overwatered. 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