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Ferocactus cylindraceus IB67
Also Known As
- California Barrel Cactus
- Compass Barrel
- Desert Barrel Cactus
- Miner's Compass
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 8'
- W: 14"
planting zones
- 9a-10b
Ferocactus cylindraceus IB67 plant details
Ferocactus cylindraceus IB67 is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ferocactus cylindraceus IB67
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 14 IN wide, 8 FT tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: rock garden, spiky, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ferocactus cylindraceus IB67
- USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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By: Stan Shebs
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How to Grow Ferocactus cylindraceus IB67
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Fruit
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy
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