Echinopsis schieliana (Syn. Lobivia) 'Red'
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Echinopsis schieliana 'Red' is a captivating, compact cactus known for its radiant red flowers that bloom in spring and summer. Native to Bolivia, this species thrives in dry, high-altitude regions, adapting well to cultivation in pots and rock gardens. Its striking floral display makes it a favourite among cactus enthusiasts.
Care Tips
- Light: Prefers full sun to bright, indirect light.
- Water: Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings; reduce watering in winter.
- Humidity: Tolerates low humidity, ideal for arid conditions.
- Temperature: Thrives in warm temperatures but can tolerate brief dips to 5°C.
- Fertiliser: Use a diluted cactus fertiliser during the growing season.
- Potting: Requires well-draining soil, such as a mix of sand, perlite, and cactus compost.
- Propagation: Easily propagated from offsets or seeds.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
ALL STATES (including WA, NT, TAS): We now offer a universal, streamlined schedule with two dispatches per week for all regions. This schedule includes all necessary biosecurity treatment and processing for plants sent interstate.
- Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST.
Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout. It covers the mandatory biosecurity treatments (ICA-29, PS-27, ICA-62) required for interstate compliance.
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Size: 66mm