Sorry. I should’ve been more precise. I was asking if people have any view or experience as to their list of cactus seeds specifically.

Does anyone have experience of purchasing seeds through this company?
www.rarepalmseeds.com. ?

I ordered some Pediocactus sileri seeds in the BCSS seed list. 4 seeds came - and happy 2 are sprouting so far. Reading about them, online info says they are difficult. And adults grow in gypsum. Do the experts here have any tips as to keep the seedlings viable - and how best to emulate gypsum as th...

jfabiao wrote: ↑Mon Mar 04, 2019 8:30 am ....The current treatment of choice for us in Europe is abamectin, a relatively safe miticide that is available for both professional and home use.

Interesting! Do you know any UK brands which contain abamectin? Thanks!

Nice pictures and plants Wayne! If only I had space , this would persuade me to broaden my horizons beyond only Cactaceae!

Hi Magi. I’m no expert - but wondering about Brevipalpus russulus . This nasty tiny arachnid mite it a terracotta-red colour and can lead to a red/brown discolouration in the plant. Here in UK I’ve not been able to find an arachicide/miticide. I have a few plants with them - and have managed to see ...

Wondering if there’s any interest in re-starting Genus of the Month? Nothing posted for ages. As a newbie I’d love to learn more through this thread.

Here’s a montage of close-ups showing the beautiful symmetry of nine cacti. Who can name them all?!

I think I’ll give my indoor ladies and gents a water - but leave the greenhouse cacti for another three weeks or so. Thanks for the advice!

Arrived fine. Excellent read so far! But some of the inline images are just empty placemarker boxes