height | 5–12ft | |
width | 3–6ft | |
tolerates | Coast, Drought, Heat, Narrow Planting, Pots, Wind | |
water needs |
Lowest | |
water info |
This cactus likes to be fully saturated and then go totally dry before the next watering; you risk rotting the roots if you water while there is significant moisture in the soil. Remember your watering schedule will depend on the size of the pot (smaller pots needing more frequent watering) and environmental factors such as the season, weather, humidity and exposure. Don’t leave cactus in standing water, such as a saucer, for more than a day. If you are growing this cactus in northern California with prevalent winter rains it is recommended to grow it in a mix of 50% pumice to 50% cactus mix to prevent winter rotting. |
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hardy to |
20F | |
exposure | Full Sun | |
indoor outdoor |
Outdoor | |
drainage | In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil | |
fertilizing | All Purpose, Low Needs | |
origin | Baja, MX | |
california native |
No | |
sunset zones |
13–24 |
Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.
Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.
Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.
Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams,
but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.
Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.