Product Details
Highlights
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus wislizeni) (Britton & Rose): A columnar barrel cactus native to the southwestern US. As it grows it develops 20-30 deep ribs and can reach up to 6.5' tall over the course of a century. In mature plants, spines can be up to 6.0" long, flattened, and curved like a fishhook. Its flowers come in a range of colors between yellow and red and develop into round, yellow fruit.
This variety of cactus will not survive a 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.
Product Size
2.5" 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
Vertical Grower / Tall Stem
Special Characteristic
Showy Blooms
Special Characteristic
Slow Grower
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
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