Cereus repandus 'Blue'

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Cereus repandus 'Blue' is famous for its striking aesthetics, featuring a vibrant blue-green skin which is actually a waxy coating designed to act as a natural sunblock in the wild . It grows as a tall, ribbed column that can eventually become a large statement piece, often branching to form a candelabra shape as it ages. The vertical ribs are lined with small spines, giving it a classic cactus appearance that contrasts beautifully with modern interiors. It is absolutely essential to provide bright, direct light to maintain the blue hue; if kept in the shade, the new growth will revert to a standard green. Ensure excellent drainage by mixing horticultural grit or perlite into the soil, as this plant hates having "wet feet." Water only when the soil is bone dry, and reduce watering frequency significantly during cooler resting periods. Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. Decorative pot not included, the plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves. Show more