This page is
devoted to the sale of larger specimen sized plants.
These larger and older, more expensive plants are not for everyone, as
many people like to start small and watch their plants grow.
However, in any collection there is usually room for a few large
specimens. In some cases, you may not want to wait the several years
it takes to get a plant up to these larger sizes. Big plants are
also inspiration for the collector, to grow on the smaller ones.
Most succulents and cacti are not miniatures, and some
of the unique characteristics that make a species so beautiful are not
evident until the plant attains a larger size. There usually is a
practical limit, though, and that is the reasonableness of shipping.
We have chosen this 10 inch pot size (actual inner measurements
are 9.25" by 8"--although we may occasionally list
some larger) because it falls within our shipping capabilities. With
unlimited funds, even the biggest plant can be shipped, but the cost can
be high. We ship our plants un-potted via USPS priority mail and we
feel that this size is optimum. The special qualities of the plants
are obvious in these larger plants. It should be noted, though, that
these prices are higher than they would be if you came to our nursery to
buy these same plants. Assuming our normal shipping rate (15%),
these higher prices reflect the greater costs involved with shipping and
handling larger plants. So either plan a trip to Tucson to acquire
these show quality, specimen sized plants, or send us some of your hard
earned cash. Either way, you won't be disappointed with these
beautiful plants.
The following images, unless otherwise noted, are of the
individual plants that are offered for sale. In most cases there are
others in the nursery that will be listed later for sale. However, at
any point in time, only those plants pictured here will be available and
are sold on a first come, first served basis.
Please note that these plants are grown in our nursery here in southern
Arizona and as such are beautifully colored and nicely spined plants.
Click on thumbnail for larger image.
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