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 Gymnocalycium baldianum ‘Dwarf Chin Cactus’ is native to the mountainous and grassy regions of Argentina. Also known as Echinocactus badianus and Gymnocalycium platense var. baldianum, it is a bulb-shaped, semi-flatted cactus, 3 to 5 inches (8 to 13cm) in diameter. It usually grows up to 3 to 4 inches (7.62 to 10.16 cm) tall and consists of unbranched, flattened, spherical stem. It consists of 9 or 11 wide ribs with 5 to 7 radial spines that are light gray in color. It produces magenta, orange, purple-red, or white flowers that are about 1.5 inches or 4 to 6 cm in diameter. This plant flowers freely in the spring and summer months. Is the Gymnocalycium Baldianum an Indoor or outdoor plant? The Gymnocalycium baldianum can be grown both indoors and outdoors. One thing you should know about this plant is it prefers partial shade as opposed to direct sunlight. It can do well indoors as well as outdoors, so long as you provide it with the proper care that it needs to thrive. If grown i...

 Few houseplants are better for novice indoor gardeners than hardy, low-maintenance cactus plants. Overall, the needs of cactus plants are simple: warm temperatures, bright light, and minimal water, although there are a few exceptions. Best of all, many varieties will reward proper care by blooming with cheery, brightly colored flowers. Here are some of our favorite indoor cactus plants to add to your collection. And note: because many of these plants have sharp, painful spines, it's best to keep them far away from kids and pets and wear protective gear or use tongs when handling them directly. Saguaro Cactus Botanical Name: Carnegiea gigantea Sun Exposure: Full sun Soil Type: Succulent soil or cactus mix Soil pH: 5.0-6.5 This is the iconic cactus we picture when we imagine Southwest desert landscapes. With the proper care, you can enjoy them for many years to come. Water your saguaro sparingly—once per month, allowing the soil to fully dry out between waterings—and give it as much...