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Echinocereus 'Yellow Torch'
Also Known As
- Yellow Torch Hedgehog Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 24"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 9b-10b
Echinocereus 'Yellow Torch' plant details
Echinocereus 'Yellow Torch' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Echinocereus 'Yellow Torch'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 24 IN tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, rock garden, trough garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinocereus 'Yellow Torch'
- USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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Gardening facts about Echinocereus 'Yellow Torch' plant
How to Grow Echinocereus 'Yellow Torch'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy
Landscape groups by tags
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Size
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