Escobaria villardii
Also Known As
- Villard Pincushion Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 3"-6"
planting zones
- 6a-11
Escobaria villardii plant details
Escobaria villardii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Escobaria villardii
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Escobaria villardii
- USDA Zones: 6a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Escobaria villardii plant
How to Grow Escobaria villardii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy
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