Myrtillocactus geometrizans - Blue Candle Cactus

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Blue Candle Cactus (Myrtillocactus geometrizans) (Console): A large, branching cactus with a cool blue coloration. It grows tall, columnar stems that branch upward like a candelabra. In its native Chihuahuan Desert, it can reach 15.0' tall and 17.0' wide at maturity. It blooms briefly in spring with small, greenish flowers and is commonly used as rootstock for grafting.

This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of temperatures below 40F, 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

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Blue / Blue-green

Bloom Color

Green 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

Shrub

Growth Habit / Shape

Vertical Grower / Tall Stem

Special Characteristic

Easy to Propagate

Special Characteristic

Hard to Kill

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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