{"product_id":"mammillaria-cactus-mammillaria-spp","title":"Mammillaria Cactus (Mammillaria spp.)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMammillaria is one of the largest and most diverse groups of cacti, loved for its compact size, attractive patterns of spines, and beautiful rings of colourful flowers. These charming cacti come in a wide variety of shapes, from perfectly round to short cylindrical forms, making them favourites among beginners and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany Mammillaria species bloom readily when mature, producing delicate flowers in shades of pink, white, yellow, or red that form a beautiful halo around the top of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Mammillaria species remain compact, making them ideal for windowsills, desks, and succulent collections. Many varieties slowly produce offsets, eventually forming attractive clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendliness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot considered pet-friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e While the plant itself is not known to be toxic, its long, sharp spines can easily injure curious pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide bright light with several hours of direct sun each day. A south- or west-facing window is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings. Water sparingly during winter dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers dry air and average household humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal temperatures are 18–32°C. Protect from freezing temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a fast-draining cactus mix with coarse mineral material such as pumice or gravel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed once monthly during spring and summer with a diluted cactus fertilizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot every 3-5 years or when the plant has outgrown its container. Always use a pot with drainage holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The more sunlight Mammillaria receives, the better your chances of seeing its beautiful ring of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e*P\u003cspan\u003elease note that \u003c\/span\u003ecolor may differ slightly from how it appears on your screen\u003cspan\u003e due to varying monitor settings. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e**Please note that we will select a plant for you when you order online. Though you will not receive the specific plant in the image, we will ensure we select something comparable.\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Urban Ivy Houseplants","offers":[{"title":"4”","offer_id":48915461013729,"sku":null,"price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/5700\/2977\/files\/906B89D9-0835-44C0-BDB7-B584977596BF.jpg?v=1786920221","url":"https:\/\/urbanivyhouseplants.ca\/products\/mammillaria-cactus-mammillaria-spp","provider":"Urban Ivy Houseplants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}