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02-17-2009, 10:56 PM
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New social group: Cacti and Succulents
No invitation needed...just stop by and join us 
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02-17-2009, 11:09 PM
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I'm there
don't have too many of these but do have some christmas cacti and aloe
good idea for a group sue
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02-18-2009, 07:40 AM
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I have quite a few of them, but seeing as they never have been my main interest, I don't have pics of them, and many don't have names! That's what happens when orchids take over your life! 
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02-18-2009, 01:29 PM
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Ruh-roh! I couldn't stop myself! I see trouble on the horizon!
Picked these two up at Lowe's this morning...along with a new plant rack for this collection. I'll post a pic when it's put together  I was surprised to see a bunch of new succulents and cacti there, lots of species
Cassula perforata variegata and 'Golden Ball' Notocactus leninghausii...the bright blue blooms just screamed my name!
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02-18-2009, 04:22 PM
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WOW - I can see how the blue one was screaming your name! Thats gorgeous! If I saw one like that I would bring it home for sure!
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02-18-2009, 04:56 PM
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LOL...that's not the real bloom for the plant 
It's how the stores get your attention...the real blooms on this will be yellow 
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02-18-2009, 05:08 PM
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Originally Posted by cb977
LOL...that's not the real bloom for the plant 
It's how the stores get your attention...the real blooms on this will be yellow 
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 I was sure there are no cacti with such a bloom, but don't have my references with me. The only problem with this practice is it leaves small holes in the cactus that later on leave scar tissue. I personally never purchase these. But this is a great idea. There are some great cacti and succulent boards out there for those wanting more in-depth help or info.
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02-18-2009, 05:28 PM
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 I was sure there are no cacti with such a bloom, but don't have my references with me. The only problem with this practice is it leaves small holes in the cactus that later on leave scar tissue. I personally never purchase these. But this is a great idea. There are some great cacti and succulent boards out there for those wanting more in-depth help or info.
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Hi Ross
Do you suggest a particular reference book for me to get? I'm getting lots of info on the web but I would really like to have at least one book on these guys...preferably with care instructions, photos and descriptions.
Thanks 
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02-18-2009, 06:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cb977
Ruh-roh! I couldn't stop myself! I see trouble on the horizon!
Picked these two up at Lowe's this morning...along with a new plant rack for this collection. I'll post a pic when it's put together  I was surprised to see a bunch of new succulents and cacti there, lots of species
Cassula perforata variegata and 'Golden Ball' Notocactus leninghausii...the bright blue blooms just screamed my name!
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Be careful when purchasing from Lowe's Suzanne. Sometimes they glue straw flowers on top of their cactus plants. 
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02-18-2009, 06:23 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cb977
LOL...that's not the real bloom for the plant 
It's how the stores get your attention...the real blooms on this will be yellow 
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Woops, you already know about that. Looks like I should have read more posts before putting in my  Sorry.
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