Claret Ranch Cactus & Succulents is a privately owned plant nursery located in the Texas Hill Country northwest of San Antonio. We began our journey in 2003 by simply growing Xerophytes for our own enjoyment. Since then the numbers of specimens in our private collection became quite large, necessitating greenhouse expansion. We decided to share our knowledge and experiences in with others by offering plants for sale. Owner Jimmy Black explains his business as an ‘Out of Control Hobby’. We sell at plant shows in Texas and other states. We also sell plants at our home by appointment. At this time, we do not sell merchandise online.

Claret Cactus & Succulents is the namesake of the Claret Cup Cactus Echinocereus triglochidiatus, a Texas native found in many areas of the state. This plant is a survivor of diverse habitats, much like the many species of plants that we grow and sell.