Echinopsis 'Sunrise'

Echinopsis 'Sunrise' is an eye-catching hybrid known for its vivid, multicoloured stems and spectacular blooms. This unique cactus is prized for its variegation, which blends shades of green, yellow, orange, and sometimes red. Native to South America,

Distinctive Features

• Variegated Stems: The stems display a mix of green, yellow, orange, and red, creating a dazzling contrast.
• Large, Showy Flowers: Produces spectacular, trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of pink, orange, or red, often with a gradient effect.
• Compact Growth: Typically remains small, making it ideal for container cultivation and collectors.

Care Tips

• Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal colour development.
• Water: Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings; reduce watering in winter.
• Humidity: Tolerates dry conditions but benefits from occasional misting in arid climates.
• Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 15-30°C but should be protected from frost.
• Fertiliser: Use a diluted cactus fertiliser monthly during the growing season.
• Potting: Requires a well-draining cactus mix with added sand or perlite.
• Propagation: Easily propagated from offsets or seeds.