{"product_id":"escobaria-missouriensis","title":"Escobaria missouriensis – Missouri Foxtail Cactus, miniature frost-resistant cactus","description":"\u003ch1\u003eEscobaria missouriensis - Missouri Foxtail Cactus, a miniature frost-hardy cactus\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEscobaria missouriensis\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eMissouri Foxtail Cactus\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a miniature cactus native to the central regions of North America, appreciated for its compact shape, fine symmetrically arranged spines, and spectacular spring flowering. Despite its small size, it produces surprisingly large flowers in shades of pale yellow, greenish-yellow, or sometimes with pinkish tones, followed by small, red, edible fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is one of the most cold-hardy cactus species, suitable for rock gardens and xeriscape gardens, as well as for growing in containers placed outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEscobaria missouriensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Missouri Foxtail Cactus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cactaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant type: perennial succulent cactus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlobular to short cylindrical growth habit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine, whitish, evenly arranged spines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers ranging from pale yellow to greenish-yellow, sometimes with pinkish tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay produce small, red, edible fruits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlow growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8-20 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8-15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrost tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e down to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e-25°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, when grown in a very well-drained substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌞 \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers direct sunlight and very bright locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e very well-drained, mineral-based, and suitable for cacti and succulents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e limited; water only after the substrate has dried out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e tolerates low temperatures very well, but the substrate should remain as dry as possible during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e occasionally in spring and summer, using a fertilizer for cacti and succulents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eSecret Garden recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 For healthy growth and a strong root system, we recommend \u003cstrong\u003eSecret Garden Professional Substrate for Cacti, Succulents and Adenium – SG MIX\u003c\/strong\u003e, formulated for excellent drainage and optimal root aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e➡️ \u003cstrong\u003eView the product:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/substrat-cactusi-suculente-adenium\"\u003ehttps:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/products\/substrat-cactusi-suculente-adenium\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it special:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eone of the most frost-hardy cactus species;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003espectacular flowering, with large flowers relative to the plant’s size;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eproduces decorative and edible red fruits;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eideal for rock gardens, xeriscape gardens, and containers;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003erequires very little maintenance and is suitable even for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📌 \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowering occurs on mature specimens grown under optimal light and care conditions. For maximum winter hardiness, the plant must be grown in a very well-drained substrate, avoiding excess moisture during the cold season. Following handling, transport, or adaptation to new environmental conditions, the cactus may show minor aesthetic imperfections or superficial scars, without affecting the plant’s health or development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight including the pot: approx. 6 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant is sold without flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Floraria Secret Garden (SG)","offers":[{"title":"5 cm pot","offer_id":42595648340166,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/products\/Escobaria_missouriensis.jpg?v=1785950757","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-hr\/products\/escobaria-missouriensis","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}