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    Echinomastus johnsonii

    Also Known As

    • Sclerocactus johnsonii
    • Johnson's Beehive Cactus
    • Johnson's Fishhook Cactus
    • Pygmy Barrel Cactus

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 6"-12"
    • W: 3"-6"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Echinomastus johnsonii plant details

    Echinomastus johnsonii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring pink and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Echinomastus johnsonii

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: cactaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink and yellow blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinomastus johnsonii

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Full Sun. Outdoor. Pink to Magenta Flowers, rarely Yellow.

    By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

    Gardening facts about Echinomastus johnsonii plant

    How to Grow Echinomastus johnsonii

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in winter

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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