{"product_id":"pilosocereus-pentaedrophorus-hybrid-35cm","title":"Blue Brazilian Columnar Cactus 35cm","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake a statement with this impressive Pilosocereus pentaedrophorus hybrid. With its tall, upright growth and distinctive blue-green stems, this columnar cactus brings a sculptural, almost otherworldly look to a bright interior or sheltered outdoor space. At approximately 180cm tall, it is a real feature plant for anyone wanting something a little different from the usual indoor greenery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePilosocereus pentaedrophorus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e hybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNursery Pot Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 35cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 180cm standing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tall, upright, columnar growth\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue-green stems with a natural, waxy-looking surface\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpines:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long, yellow to straw-coloured spines grow from the raised ribs. Handle with care, and avoid rubbing or touching the stems unnecessarily, as the blue surface can mark easily.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mature plants can produce small white flowers from green buds, although flowering is not guaranteed in indoor conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Note on Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 35cm nursery pot refers to the diameter of the pot, not the height of the cactus. This plant stands approximately 180cm tall. As each cactus grows naturally, its shape, colour and spine development may vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis cactus needs very bright light to thrive. A position with plenty of natural sunlight is ideal, but introduce it to stronger direct sun gradually to avoid sun damage. Use a free-draining cactus mix and allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months, when growth slows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid leaving the pot sitting in water, and protect it from prolonged cold and wet conditions. Given its size and spines, choose a stable position with enough room around it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake It Complete\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair it with a simple, substantial cover pot to complement its height and architectural shape. Cactus and succulent potting mix is also available at City Jungle for suitable drainage when repotting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Pick Up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour cactus comes in its nursery pot. 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