Echinocactus grusonii 'Golden Barrel Cactus' 130mm Nursery Pot

Product Description

Sharp, sculptural and made to stand out.

The Golden Barrel Cactus is one of those plants that instantly adds structure to a space. With its perfectly rounded shape and striking golden spines, it’s bold without being over the top-simple, but seriously effective.

Slow growing and incredibly low maintenance, this is the kind of plant you can place in a sunny spot and let it do its thing. Perfect for shelves, side tables or anywhere that needs a little texture and contrast.

Why You’ll Love It

• Iconic barrel shape with striking golden spines
• Super low maintenance and drought tolerant
• Perfect for bright, sunny spaces
• Slow growing and easy to manage long term
• Adds bold structure to your plant styling

The Details
• Botanical Name: Echinocactus grusonii
• Common Name: Golden Barrel Cactus
• Pot Size: 130mm Nursery Pot
• Plant Type: Cactus / Succulent

Light
Thrives in bright light to full sun. A sunny windowsill or bright outdoor position is ideal.

Watering
Allow the potting mix to dry out completely between waterings. Water less frequently during the cooler months.

Temperature
Prefers warm conditions but can tolerate light frosts once established.

Growth Habit
A slow-growing cactus that gradually forms clusters of finger-like stems, expanding approximately 3–5cm per year.

Mature Size
Can eventually reach up to 60cm wide, forming an impressive mound over time.

Flowering
Mature plants may produce small yellow flowers, typically during the warmer months.

Extra Care Tips
Plant into a free-draining cactus and succulent mix and avoid overwatering, especially during winter when growth naturally slows.

Good to Know
• We photograph all of our plants ourselves whenever possible, so the images shown are a true representation of what we have in store.
• As plants are living things, every plant is unique and natural variations in size, shape and fullness should be expected.
• The plant you receive may not be the exact plant pictured, but we'll always hand-pick a healthy, thriving plant for you.

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