Trichocereus 'Iridescent Watermelon' ex.
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 10"-18"
- W: 4"-6"
planting zones
- 7b-11
Trichocereus 'Iridescent Watermelon' ex. plant details
Trichocereus 'Iridescent Watermelon' ex. is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Trichocereus 'Iridescent Watermelon' ex.
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 10 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Trichocereus 'Iridescent Watermelon' ex.
- USDA Zones: 7b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, lean and well-drained
Gardening facts about Trichocereus 'Iridescent Watermelon' ex. plant
How to Grow Trichocereus 'Iridescent Watermelon' ex.
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 10'-25'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 25'-40'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 8'-10'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
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Width: 4"-6"
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 13'
Width: 10'
- sun
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