Flowers are purplish or deep-pink in spring. The Red-Headed Irishman will do best outdoors, though it may be kept indoors as well.

All of the plants may be shipped bare root.

Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch, then let drain completely. Reduce watering in the winter.

Porous and well-drained cactus mix.

Feed with a cacti fertilizer mix during the growing season.