Well, here goes.
This is a link to some of the cacti I am growing, mostly outdoors and with no protection.
The large trichocerii in pots I move into an unheated greenhouse (large cold frame). However, some endure the cold outside and have suprised me, especially the one I call 'Luscious'.
The hybrid Gymnocalycium gibbosum x baldianum I created from a cross made two years ago.
The Trichocereus 'Luscious' came from seed form a cross I made using 'Orange Glow' and T. huascha.
Unfortunately I lost the Echinofossulocactus species this winter.
Here's the link: http://naturefoto.org/showgallery.php?cat=566&ppuser=0
Kind regards,
Mike
Carolina cacti outdoors - my first post here.
How long has this garden grown?
Harriet - My present garden is approaching three years old, we moved in June 2008. The larger plants (Yucca treculeana, Nolina nelsonii, and the Agave ovatifolia's) were transplanted when we moved.
Here's a link to my Opuntia cacti and a few found elsewhere and a fe win habitat.
http://naturefoto.org/showgallery.php?cat=567&ppuser=0
Here's a link to my Opuntia cacti and a few found elsewhere and a fe win habitat.
http://naturefoto.org/showgallery.php?cat=567&ppuser=0
Thanks, Andy.
Flying Saucers bowled me down when I first saw it at Yucca Do nursery half a dozen years ago. I begged for one (as did everyone else there that day) but none were to be had. A few years later one was included as a compliment with an order. I was ELATED to say the least. I'd guess its hardy to the upper teens, no more. Worth the trouble of moving in and out of doors though.
Flying Saucers bowled me down when I first saw it at Yucca Do nursery half a dozen years ago. I begged for one (as did everyone else there that day) but none were to be had. A few years later one was included as a compliment with an order. I was ELATED to say the least. I'd guess its hardy to the upper teens, no more. Worth the trouble of moving in and out of doors though.
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John P Weiser
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Impressive I must say. I enjoyed your photos very much. 
From the High Desert Steppe
of the Great Basin and foot hills
of the Sierra Nevada Range
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sierrarainshadow/
sierrarainshadow
of the Great Basin and foot hills
of the Sierra Nevada Range
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sierrarainshadow/
sierrarainshadow
Good that you enjoyed the photos!
Where, pray tell John, did you get Grusonia clavata Clone 3? It is absolutely a smasher!!!! Instantly upon seeing it I was smitten.
I hope folks don't mind me relating that accidentally I discovered some cacti respond to regular moisture and slow-release fertilizer by sporting vigorous growth and numerous flowers. Partly my success is from using my own insane soil mix. It's insane for three reasons. Firstly because it's a product of my wonky imagination; secondly because it retains moisture (and nutrients) instead of drying in a heartbeat; and lastly because it is insanely easy - that being equal parts pea-gravel (78m from the quarry) and pure leafmold compost from the city. This is what I use in my raised beds. For large pots I increase the gravel in the mix and line the bottom and sides with the gravel. I have no idea how this will work in different parts of the country (world), but it works well enough here. I hope this doesn't come across as bragging, for it is meant only to share so that others might give it a try.
Where, pray tell John, did you get Grusonia clavata Clone 3? It is absolutely a smasher!!!! Instantly upon seeing it I was smitten.
I hope folks don't mind me relating that accidentally I discovered some cacti respond to regular moisture and slow-release fertilizer by sporting vigorous growth and numerous flowers. Partly my success is from using my own insane soil mix. It's insane for three reasons. Firstly because it's a product of my wonky imagination; secondly because it retains moisture (and nutrients) instead of drying in a heartbeat; and lastly because it is insanely easy - that being equal parts pea-gravel (78m from the quarry) and pure leafmold compost from the city. This is what I use in my raised beds. For large pots I increase the gravel in the mix and line the bottom and sides with the gravel. I have no idea how this will work in different parts of the country (world), but it works well enough here. I hope this doesn't come across as bragging, for it is meant only to share so that others might give it a try.
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John P Weiser
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MJP I'm not sure were I got it. More than likely it was a trade with one of the other members on this sight.
From the High Desert Steppe
of the Great Basin and foot hills
of the Sierra Nevada Range
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sierrarainshadow/
sierrarainshadow
of the Great Basin and foot hills
of the Sierra Nevada Range
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sierrarainshadow/
sierrarainshadow