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    Melocactus azureus

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 12"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 10a-11

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    Melocactus azureus plant details

    Melocactus azureus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and regular 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 Melocactus azureus

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: cactaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Melocactus azureus

    USDA Zones: 10a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Large, globular, with white-haired cephalium when mature.

    By: Cactus Jungle

    Gardening facts about Melocactus azureus plant

    How to Grow Melocactus azureus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Water Needs

      • dry in winter

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glaucous
      • fuzzy

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