Cactus imbricatus, Cereus imbricatus, Grusonia imbricata, Cylindropuntia Imbricata

Location: Opuntia can be placed as a pot plant in a sunny place on the terrace or balcony, some can also be placed permanently in the garden, but always well drained.
Most Opuntia can tolerate quite a bit of frost if they are out of the rain.

Flowering season: Spring to summer

Care: Water regularly during the growth period, but make sure you have a well-drained potting soil, preferably with sand and gravel. Keep the plant dry during the winter period.

Fertilization: The plant comes from a region with little nutrition, fertilization is only needed to a limited extent.

Overwintering: This is best done in a dry, cool place with sufficient light. Completely hardy species can be left outside in the garden, provided rain protection.