Silver Thicket Cactus 3G

Silver Thicket Cactus in 3-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL.

Compact, captivating, and wonderfully wild—the Silver Thicket Cactus (Euphorbia aeruginosa) in a 3-gallon pot brings a rare and sculptural element to any cactus collection or sunny South Florida garden. With dense, silvery-blue stems covered in tiny spines and arranged in a coral-like formation, this low-growing euphorbia delivers major visual impact in a small footprint.

Whether placed on a sunny patio, tucked into a rock garden, or styled in a modern container, the Silver Thicket adds texture, color, and intrigue with almost no effort.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to bright indirect light. Outdoors, it loves 6+ hours of sunlight daily. Indoors, place in a south- or west-facing window. Color is best with good sun exposure.

• Watering: Water sparingly. Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. In humid South Florida, be extra cautious not to overwater—this euphorbia is very drought-tolerant and prefers dry conditions.

• Soil: Needs sharp-draining cactus or succulent soil. In containers, use a mix with coarse sand, pumice, or perlite to ensure quick drainage and healthy roots.

• Fertilizer: Feed with a diluted cactus or succulent fertilizer once in spring and once in summer. No fertilizer needed in fall or winter.

• Growth Habit: Clumping and upright, forming densely packed, spiny blue-green stems. In a 3-gallon pot, expect it to grow 8–18 inches tall and wide, depending on age and care.

• Temperature: Best in USDA Zones 10–11. Loves South Florida’s warmth and sunshine but should be protected from prolonged cold or frost.

• Maintenance: Minimal. Just avoid overwatering and protect from extreme cold. Handle with care—though not a true cactus, its spines and milky sap can irritate skin.

Ideal For:

• Cactus and succulent collections

• Modern patio or balcony containers

• Small-space xeriscape gardens

• Low-water garden designs

• Unique indoor/outdoor plant accents

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Euphorbia aeruginosa

• Plant Type: Succulent (not a true cactus)

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Clumping, spiny succulent

• Container Size: 3-gallon pot

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