Parodia haselbergii

scarlet ball cactus
Cute cactus with silvery spines and burnt orange flowers thrives in pots and cracks with good drainage. More water in summer. Protect from cold winter rains. Sometimes suckers.
height 3–4in
width 5–6in
tolerates Deer , Pots
water
needs
Low – Moderate
water
info
Most cactus are from the deserts of the world and as such like to go totally bone dry between waterings, making them very low-maintenance. If you see your cactus begin to shrivel or lose firmness, your cactus is likely totally dry and should be watered. To get good healthy growth your plant does not want to sit around totally dried out during its growing season. Once it is dry, water it.

This cactus comes from an area with summer rainfall and is actively growing during that time, when it is forgiving of overwatering errors. During winter dormancy it should be kept extra dry and won’t tolerate overwatering. If possible, protect from winter rains.

Remember that if kept in a small pot your plant will want more frequent watering.
hardy
to
35F
exposure Part Sun – Part Shade
indoor
outdoor
In or Out
origin Brazil
california
native
No
sunset
zones
17, 23, 24

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Growing Notes

While spine production is better, creating a woolier plant, in sunny spots, push this plant into hot inland sun and it will burn.
Makes a great houseplant near, but not right in, a sunny window.
This plant is typically grown in a pot or a very gritty rockery. It shouldn’t be planted in typical garden soil.