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Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
Also Known As
- Buckhorn Cholla
- Yellow Flowered Cane Cactus
Plant type
shrub, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3'-15'
- W: 4'-15'
planting zones
- 9b-10b
Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa plant details
Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with. In spring purple, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Mature size: 4 FT - 15 FT - wide, 3 FT - 15 FT - tall
- Flowers: purple, red and yellow blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
- USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Garden photo gallery of Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
By: Panayoti Kelaidis
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By: Panayoti Kelaidis
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View Original PhotoGardening facts about Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa plant
How to Grow Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Sun Exposure
- sun
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Flower Color
- red
- yellow
- purple
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
4a-10a
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 3'-6'
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 4'-10'
Width: 4'-8'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
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