About

This ornamental bulb, reaching 20-80cm, with neat basal foliage. It bears colourful blooms in pink. 'Southfield Pink' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Gymnocalycium can be spherical or cylindrical cacti, with ribs divided into rounded, spiny tubercles, and funnel-shaped flowers in early summer

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers

Care notes

CultivationWell-drained soil, sun
PruningAllow foliage to die back
PropagationDivide offsets
Pest resistanceTrouble-free
Disease resistanceRot in wet soil