{"product_id":"astrophytum-asterias","title":"Astrophytum asterias (Silver Dollar Cactus) - collector's variety","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"659\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAstrophytum asterias,\u003c\/strong\u003e also known as \u003cem data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eSilver Dollar Cactus\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"390\"\u003eStarfish Cactus\u003c\/em\u003e, is a species native to Mexico, highly valued for its perfectly symmetrical shape and velvety texture, sprinkled with decorative white dots. It is an ideal choice for lovers of rare succulent plants, being both hardy and particularly attractive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"959\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eBotanical characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e• A succulent plant from the Cactaceae family, with a flattened body and no spines, formed of 8 rounded ribs.\u003cbr data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e• The surface is green-gray, covered with small white dots that create a silvery appearance.\u003cbr data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e• It can bloom in summer, with yellow flowers and an orange center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"989\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers direct sunlight; ideally in a bright place or on a south-facing windowsill.\u003cbr data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, only when the soil is completely dry. Water sparingly during the resting period (autumn-winter).\u003cbr data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e optimal between 20–25 °C in summer and minimum 10 °C in winter.\u003cbr data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cactus soil, well-drained, with sand and perlite to avoid excess water.\u003cbr data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e once or twice a year, during the active growth period, with fertilizer for cacti.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eCare and recommendations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eAstrophytum asterias does not require difficult maintenance and is perfect for beginners or collectors. Repotting is recommended only when the roots become crowded, using a pot with good drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🌵 \u003cstrong data-end=\"1741\" data-start=\"1711\"\u003eSecret Garden recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1744\" data-start=\"1741\"\u003e👉 For excellent drainage and healthy roots, use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/products\/substrat-cactusi-suculente\"\u003eSecret Garden professional soil for cacti and succulents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" data-end=\"1933\" data-start=\"1806\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e— an airy mix with sand, perlite, and peat, specially designed for species that require dry and well-aerated soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2065\" data-start=\"2056\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some specimens may have shallow roots and partially come out of the pot during transport; they can be easily repotted.\u003cbr data-end=\"2219\" data-start=\"2216\"\u003eThe displayed price is for 1 plant, delivered without flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"7 cm pot (without saucer)","offer_id":55464659386694,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"7 cm pot (with saucer included)","offer_id":46421415264582,"sku":null,"price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/Astrophytumasteriascv.SuperKabuto.png?v=1689263829","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-lt\/products\/astrophytum-asterias","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}