Tag Archives: Echinocactus

Pretty picture – Echinocactus grusonii (Golden Barrel) backlit my some new tech

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Andrew

Echinocactus grusonii I just got an SB-600 flash for my camera – which is awesome because I can wirelessly use it off camera. To backlight things, for example. Things like my Golden Barrel Cactus. Orchid pictures will resume. I’ve got … Continue reading →

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More new plants – part 3

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Andrew

A few oddballs in this group like this interesting succulent: Faucaria tigrina I picked this one out for its spotting and long “teeth” – others were in slightly better condition but there was variation in the batch and this was … Continue reading →

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New Plant: Echinocactus horizonthalonius

Posted on May 29, 2010 by Andrew

Echinocactus horizonthalonius I had been considering buying this same species of cactus (for 7x the price in a 6″ pot) a few weeks back but am glad I waited because… Well, 7x cheaper is always a good thing! It is … Continue reading →

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Wish list: Echinocactus horizonthalonius

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Andrew

I’m considering buying this Echinocactus horizonthalonius. It’s supposed to be one of the only (if not the only) Echinocactus that will bloom when small, young and in a pot. It must already be a few years old too from the … Continue reading →

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