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Schlumbergeratruncata

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Family

Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Schlumbergera (shlum-BER-ger-uh)

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Species

truncata (trunk-AH-tuh)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Light Shade

Foliage

Provides Winter Interest

Height

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Spacing

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

N/A

Bloom Color

Red-Orange

Bloom Time

Mid Fall

Late Fall/Early Winter

Mid Winter

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77sunset

| August 2009 | positive

Very easy to grow. Will reach the height noted ( about 18'') but will then hang over basket . Beautiful clear color and large flower. The...Read More

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