Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Type
Cactus or Succulent
Flowering Plants, Shrubs
Origin
South America, Brazil
Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, Central United States, Canada
Types
Cactus
Bigleaf hydrangea, Hortensia, Smooth hydrangea, Oakleaf hydrangea, Annabelle
Habitat
Rocky areas, Terrestrial, Tropical regions
Forest edges, Hillside, Woods
USDA Hardiness Zone
11-12
4-9
Sunset Zone
16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24
21,22
Habit
Prostrate/Trailing
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Red, Magenta, Crimson
Yellow, Lemon yellow, Gold
Flower Color Modifier
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Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Pale Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Winter
Dark Green
Light Green
Leaf Shape
Succulent
Oblovate
Plant Season
Spring, Winter
Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Average
Bloom Time
Early Spring, Winter, Late Winter
Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall
Repeat Bloomer
No
Insignificant
Tolerances
Heat And Humidity, Heat Tolerance
Wet Site
Where to Plant?
Container, Ground, Pot
Container, Ground
How to Plant?
Stem Planting
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Low
Medium
Watering Requirements
Do Not over Water, Keep the ground moist but not water-logged, Never Over-water, Requires consistently moist soil, Requires regular watering, Requires watering in the growing season, Water more in summer
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In Summer
Ample Water
Average Water, Ample Water
In Spring
Ample Water
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead leaves, Remove dead or diseased plant parts
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, fertilize in growing season, fertilize in spring
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Bacterial Diseases, Fungal Diseases, Red blotch
Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Heat And Humidity, Heat Tolerance
Wet Site
Flower Petal Number
Single, Semi-Double
Single
Fragrant Leaf
No
Insignificant
Fragrant Bark/Stem
No
Insignificant
Foliage Texture
Bold
Medium
Attracts
Hummingbirds
Birds, Butterflies
Allergy
breathing problems
Chest tightness, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification, Landscape Designing, Showy Purposes
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Environmental Uses
Air purification, Indoor Air Purification
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
-
Fever, Kidney problems, Urinary tract problems
Part of Plant Used
Leaves
Flowers, Root
Other Uses
Decoration Purposes, Showy Purposes, Used as Ornamental plant
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Used As Indoor Plant
Yes
-
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Container, Hanging Basket, Houseplant, Tropical
Bog Garden, Cutflower, Mixed Border, Wildflower
Botanical Name
Hatiora gaertneri
HELIANTHUS giganteus
Common Name
Whitsun cactus
Giant Sunflower
In Hindi
ईस्टर कैक्टस
Hydrangea
In German
Osterkaktus
Hortensie
In French
cactus de Pâques
Hortensia
In Spanish
cactus de Pascua
Hortensia
In Greek
Πάσχα κάκτος
υδραγεία
In Portuguese
cacto Páscoa
Hortênsia
In Polish
Wielkanocny kaktus
Hortensja
In Latin
Pascha Cactus
Hibiscus
Family
Cactaceae
Asteraceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Core eudicots, Eudicots
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Season and Care of Easter cactus and Giant Sunflower
Season and care of Easter cactus and Giant Sunflower is important to know. While considering everything about Easter cactus and Giant Sunflower Care, growing season is an essential factor. Easter cactus season is Spring and Winter and Giant Sunflower season is Spring and Winter. The type of soil for Easter cactus is Loam, Sand and for Giant Sunflower is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Easter cactus is Neutral and for Giant Sunflower is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Easter cactus and Giant Sunflower Physical Information
Easter cactus and Giant Sunflower physical information is very important for comparison. Easter cactus height is 25.40 cm and width 30.50 cm whereas Giant Sunflower height is 90.00 cm and width 60.00 cm. The color specification of Easter cactus and Giant Sunflower are as follows:
Easter cactus flower color: Red, Magenta and Crimson
Easter cactus leaf color: Pale Green
Giant Sunflower flower color: Yellow, Lemon yellow and Gold
- Giant Sunflower leaf color: Green
Care of Easter cactus and Giant Sunflower
Care of Easter cactus and Giant Sunflower include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Easter cactus pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead leaves and Remove dead or diseased plant parts and Giant Sunflower pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Easter cactus needs Ample Water and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Giant Sunflower needs Average Water, Ample Water and in winter, it needs Average Water.