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Pediocactus knowltonii
Also Known As
- Knowlton's Miniature Cactus
- Knowlton's Pincushion Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 1"-2"
- W: 2"
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Pediocactus knowltonii plant details
Pediocactus knowltonii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and low water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pediocactus knowltonii
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 2 IN wide, 1 IN - 2 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, endangered, rare, spiky, unique, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pediocactus knowltonii
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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How to Grow Pediocactus knowltonii
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
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Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- low - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2"-5"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2"-4"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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