Learn about cacti

Comprehending cactuses

There is so much to know about these special, spiny succulent plants!

There are approximately 1750 different species of cacti (or cactuses), divided into 127 genera, of which all but one species is native to the continental Americas. Not all succulents are cacti, but all cacti are succulents!

In this Learn section, we discuss our experiences cultivating a variety of cacti, and share our knowledge on best practices for growing them effectively.

If you would like to learn how to care for your favourite cactus, identify the name of a new addition to your collection, or perhaps just learn something about these spiny succulents, then have a read through our blog.