When it comes to choosing plants for windowsill gardens, the cob cactus outshine many others.

Among the mamillarias or pin cushion cactus are some particularly exquisite species.

When you don't have enough windows to provide your indoor succulents with proper lighting, the solution is to create artificially lit gardens.

Theneeds of cacti depend upon the growing conditions in their native habitat.

Here are some more excellent pin cushion-type cactus for houseplants and outdoor gardens in warm areas.

Among the pereskias, there are several species that are popularly grown as houseplants or garden plants.

Keep your indoor cacti and succulents thriving by fertilizing them.

Easy to grow, the pin cushion cactus or mamillarias are among the most popular cacti.

A number of Mamillaria species are recommended as houseplants and outdoor gardens.

If you choose not to purchase cactus potting mix, here is helpful information for mixing your own.