Silver Thicket Cactus 7G

Silver Thicket Cactus in 7-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL.

Turn heads and spark curiosity with the Silver Thicket Cactus (Euphorbia aeruginosa) in a 7-gallon pot—a rare, architectural succulent with tightly clustered, spiny blue-green stems that shimmer silver in the sun. With its coral-like shape and low-maintenance attitude, this unusual plant brings sculptural elegance and desert drama to any South Florida garden or patio.

This larger 7-gallon size offers a mature, established cluster perfect for spotlighting in decorative containers or anchoring a small xeriscape bed. It’s a must-have for plant lovers looking for something both bold and uncommon.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Loves full sun to bright indirect light. Outdoors, give it 6+ hours of direct sun for best color and growth. In bright indoor spots, it can hold its shape beautifully but may need extra light to stay vibrant.

• Watering: Very drought-tolerant. Water deeply but only when soil is bone dry. In South Florida’s humid climate, excellent drainage is key to avoiding root rot.

• Soil: Requires sharp-draining soil. Use a cactus or succulent mix with added pumice or coarse sand. In containers, ensure excellent drainage holes and avoid saucers that hold water.

• Fertilizer: Feed once in spring and once in summer with a low-nitrogen cactus fertilizer. Avoid overfeeding—this plant thrives on minimal input.

• Growth Habit: Clumping and upright, with dense, spiny stems that branch out like miniature antlers. In a 7-gallon pot, it can grow 18–30 inches tall and wide, forming a striking silhouette.

• Temperature: Ideal for USDA Zones 10–11. It loves South Florida’s heat and sun but should be protected from frost and cold drafts.

• Maintenance: Exceptionally low. Prune only to shape or manage size. Handle with care—its spines are sharp, and its milky white sap is toxic and can irritate skin and eyes.

Ideal For:

• Desert-style or modern garden beds

• Bold patio or poolside containers

• Low-water landscapes

• Collectors of rare succulents and euphorbias

• Unique sculptural plant displays

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Euphorbia aeruginosa

• Plant Type: Succulent (not a true cactus)

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Clumping, upright, spiny

• Container Size: 7-gallon pot

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