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Escobaria aguirreana
Also Known As
- Acharagma aguirreanum
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 3"-4"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Escobaria aguirreana plant details
Escobaria aguirreana is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Escobaria aguirreana
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 4 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: cream blooms
GROWING CONDITIONS for Escobaria aguirreana
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Escobaria aguirreana
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 2"-3"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun
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- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun - dappled shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 1"-2"
Width: 1"-4"
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"
Width: 6"
- sun
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