Cacti - Echinocactus #46
The Echinocactus genus, often referred to as Barrel Cacti, is a fascinating group of succulents known for their distinctive cylindrical shape and striking spines.
Key Features:
Barrel-Shaped Form: These cacti are characterized by their round or cylindrical shape, resembling barrels. They can range in size from small, compact specimens to massive giants that can grow several feet tall.
Prominent Ribs: Echinocactus cacti have prominent vertical ribs that run along the length of their bodies. These ribs can be straight or spiraled, and they often have areoles (small bumps) where spines emerge.
Ideal Applications:
Xeriscaping: Their drought tolerance and unique forms make them perfect additions to xeriscapes, rock gardens, or desert-themed landscapes.
Container Gardening: Smaller Echinocactus species are well-suited for container gardening, adding a touch of the Southwest to patios, balconies, or indoors.
Care Tips:
Light: Provide full sun for optimal growth and flowering.
Soil: Plant in well-draining soil with good aeration
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 Echinocactus genus, often referred to as Barrel Cacti, is a fascinating group of succulents known for their distinctive cylindrical shape and striking spines.
Key Features:
Barrel-Shaped Form: These cacti are characterized by their round or cylindrical shape, resembling barrels. They can range in size from small, compact specimens to massive giants that can grow several feet tall.
Prominent Ribs: Echinocactus cacti have prominent vertical ribs that run along the length of their bodies. These ribs can be straight or spiraled, and they often have areoles (small bumps) where spines emerge.
Ideal Applications:
Xeriscaping: Their drought tolerance and unique forms make them perfect additions to xeriscapes, rock gardens, or desert-themed landscapes.
Container Gardening: Smaller Echinocactus species are well-suited for container gardening, adding a touch of the Southwest to patios, balconies, or indoors.
Care Tips:
Light: Provide full sun for optimal growth and flowering.
Soil: Plant in well-draining soil with good aeration
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 Echinocactus genus, often referred to as Barrel Cacti, is a fascinating group of succulents known for their distinctive cylindrical shape and striking spines.
Key Features:
Barrel-Shaped Form: These cacti are characterized by their round or cylindrical shape, resembling barrels. They can range in size from small, compact specimens to massive giants that can grow several feet tall.
Prominent Ribs: Echinocactus cacti have prominent vertical ribs that run along the length of their bodies. These ribs can be straight or spiraled, and they often have areoles (small bumps) where spines emerge.
Ideal Applications:
Xeriscaping: Their drought tolerance and unique forms make them perfect additions to xeriscapes, rock gardens, or desert-themed landscapes.
Container Gardening: Smaller Echinocactus species are well-suited for container gardening, adding a touch of the Southwest to patios, balconies, or indoors.
Care Tips:
Light: Provide full sun for optimal growth and flowering.
Soil: Plant in well-draining soil with good aeration
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
