Cylindropuntia viridiflora f. cristata [large]

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Crested Santa Fe Cholla (Cylindropuntia viridiflora f. cristata) (Knuth): A contorted, mutant cactus with a bumpy, dark green stem. The darker hues of the stem are broken up by the white tubercles that cover the whole plant. Its spines are bristle-like and sharp to the touch. This is a naturally occurring hybrid from New Mexico of C. whipplei x C. imbricata. This plant is fully rooted in a 3.5" pot.

This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures it can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. Cactus need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

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Product Size

3.5" Pot

Current Primary Color

Green

Bloom Color

Orange Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Maximum Height

Over 12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Clumping / Mounding

Growth Habit / Shape

Vertical Grower / Tall Stem

Special Characteristic

Hard to Kill

Special Characteristic

Slow Grower

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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