Echinopsis 'Captain Jessop' [large]

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Echinopsis chamaecereus 'Captain Jessop': A tiger orange flowered cultivar of the famous Peanut Cactus. This plant's foliage resembles its ancestor's in almost every way. Its stems are creeping, given time, are covered in bristly spines, and are spotted with fluffy, white areoles. The flowers are more orange in color and differ slightly in shape. 'Captain Jessop' has petals that appear frayed at their tips. This plant is fully rooted in a 3.5" pot.

This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures it can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. Cactus need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

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Product Size

3.5" Pot

Current Primary Color

Green

Bloom Color

Orange Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Maximum Height

3"-5"

Growth Habit / Shape

Low Growing / Creeping

Special Characteristic

Showy Blooms

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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