Overview
Harrisia martinii is a plant with a bushy, spreading branched, trailing habit in the genus Harrisia, part of the Cactaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Harrisia martinii grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and patio and container plants.
About
Harrisia martinii is a cultivar of the Harrisia genus, a group of evergreen cacti known for their bushy, spreading branched, and trailing habit. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a south-facing, sheltered position. It grows best in well-drained loam or sandy soils, tolerant of acid, alkaline, and neutral pH levels. Suitable for houseplants or patio and container planting, Harrisia martinii requires watering during establishment and can be propagated by seed or stem section cuttings. It is hardy to UK zone H1a and is particularly attractive in spring and summer.
About the genus
Harrisia is a genus of night blooming cacti.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Harrisia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Harrisia martinii size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading branched, Trailing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Harrisia martinii
- Propagation
- Seed, Stem section cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Harrisia martinii?
Harrisia martinii prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Harrisia martinii need?
Harrisia martinii grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Harrisia martinii hardy in the UK?
Harrisia martinii has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Harrisia martinii?
Seed, Stem section cuttings.
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