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Ferocactus robustus
Also Known As
- Echinocactus robustus
- Barrel Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Ferocactus robustus plant details
Ferocactus robustus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ferocactus robustus
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: spiky
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ferocactus robustus
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
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How to Grow Ferocactus robustus
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Fruit
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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aka Echinocactus chrysacanthus, Echinocactus emoryi var. chrysacanthus
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 12"-16"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 8'
Width: 3'
- sun
- low
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Zones
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Size
Height: 48"-72"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 15"-24"
- sun
- low
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 12"-22"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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