Do you know these? Another Giveaway.

Please help identify

I only wanted one small cactus.  Their label said "Lettuce Leaf Cactus".  There was only one in a California Garden Shop and I took it home to Utah

Now I have many and so do my friends.  They turn red in the sun and green again when returned to the shade.  And, they become ENORMOUS

When they become too large or too tall I break off their heads (ouch) and replant .  They never complain.  The tall stalk remains planted in the pot.  Soon,  many small cacti appear along the stem.  

 As soon as they are about 2 inches in diameter I pull them from the stalk and plant  into soil, any kind of soil will do.  They are not particular.

Tall flower spikes emerge from the center

Small orange flowers appear

I will send one of these fine cacti to the first person who can properly identify this easy to grow, attention getting succulent.  Hint:  I don't think they are called Lettuce Leaf Cactus

Gina

 

Hollyhocks, bring them into the house

Hollyhocks are so beautiful, enjoy them in the house

Important:  Before placing Hollyhocks into water,  singe end of stems over a flame for 20 seconds. 

Cut side shoots only (this method does not work with main stalks)


Have a happy Sunday, my dear blogging friends.


Gina