{"product_id":"southwest-barrel-cactus","title":"Southwest Barrel Cactus","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐\u003cem\u003e\"Larger than expected. Had to purchase a larger pot. Arrived in great condition and was able to transplant easily helpfully with the shipping packaging. Happy with the purchase\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e⭐\u003cem\u003e\"I was greatly surprised at the size of the plant. Very well packed and arrived in great shape. 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