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Alpen John

ADS Classification 4311

Classification

4311Miniature (<4") Straight Cactus, Bronze
Size
Miniature (<4")
Form
Straight Cactus
Color
Bronze
Hybridizer
Ambrose

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Growing Info

  • Height: 1.5–3 ft
  • Bloom season: Midsummer to first frost
  • Hardiness zones: 8-11
  • Staking needed: Not typically
  • Pinching: Pinch the center shoot at 12" tall to encourage branching.

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