Cacti - Carneglea Gigantea Saguaro Cactus #98
The Saguaro Cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) is an iconic and majestic symbol of the American Southwest, renowned for its towering height and distinctive branching arms. Native to the Sonoran Desert, this giant cactus is a testament to the resilience and beauty of life in arid environments.
Size & Shape: The Saguaro is the largest cactus in the United States, capable of reaching heights of over 40 feet. It has a columnar shape with a thick, ribbed, and often slightly twisting central stem.
Spines: The Saguaro is covered in sharp spines, which help to protect it from herbivores and reduce water loss.
Flowers: In late spring, the Saguaro produces large, white flowers that bloom at night. These flowers are pollinated by bats, moths, and other nocturnal creatures.
Growth & Care
Growth Rate: The Saguaro is a slow-growing cactus, taking decades to reach its full height.
It is also incredibly long-lived, with some individuals living for over 200 years.
Sunlight: Requires full sun exposure.
Soil: Thrives in well-draining soil.
Watering: Extremely drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established.
This Plant comes in a 130mm diameter container and the plant you see is the plant you get. The plant will be shipped bare rooted.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
The Saguaro Cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) is an iconic and majestic symbol of the American Southwest, renowned for its towering height and distinctive branching arms. Native to the Sonoran Desert, this giant cactus is a testament to the resilience and beauty of life in arid environments.
Size & Shape: The Saguaro is the largest cactus in the United States, capable of reaching heights of over 40 feet. It has a columnar shape with a thick, ribbed, and often slightly twisting central stem.
Spines: The Saguaro is covered in sharp spines, which help to protect it from herbivores and reduce water loss.
Flowers: In late spring, the Saguaro produces large, white flowers that bloom at night. These flowers are pollinated by bats, moths, and other nocturnal creatures.
Growth & Care
Growth Rate: The Saguaro is a slow-growing cactus, taking decades to reach its full height.
It is also incredibly long-lived, with some individuals living for over 200 years.
Sunlight: Requires full sun exposure.
Soil: Thrives in well-draining soil.
Watering: Extremely drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established.
This Plant comes in a 130mm diameter container and the plant you see is the plant you get. The plant will be shipped bare rooted.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
The Saguaro Cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) is an iconic and majestic symbol of the American Southwest, renowned for its towering height and distinctive branching arms. Native to the Sonoran Desert, this giant cactus is a testament to the resilience and beauty of life in arid environments.
Size & Shape: The Saguaro is the largest cactus in the United States, capable of reaching heights of over 40 feet. It has a columnar shape with a thick, ribbed, and often slightly twisting central stem.
Spines: The Saguaro is covered in sharp spines, which help to protect it from herbivores and reduce water loss.
Flowers: In late spring, the Saguaro produces large, white flowers that bloom at night. These flowers are pollinated by bats, moths, and other nocturnal creatures.
Growth & Care
Growth Rate: The Saguaro is a slow-growing cactus, taking decades to reach its full height.
It is also incredibly long-lived, with some individuals living for over 200 years.
Sunlight: Requires full sun exposure.
Soil: Thrives in well-draining soil.
Watering: Extremely drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established.
This Plant comes in a 130mm diameter container and the plant you see is the plant you get. The plant will be shipped bare rooted.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
