It is a free-flowering and relatively fast growing species.
Full sun to light shade. Best color and form in bright light.
Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch in summer but do not over-water. Keep dry in winter. Hardy down to -4°C.
Requires porous cactus soil with adequate drainage.
It is better that they be repotted regularly. Repotting will increase the number and size of stems, and will increase the number of flowers produced. Repot yearly until it reaches about 3 cm in size, then every two or three years will suffice.
