Buy Myrtillocactus geometrizans 'San Bartolo'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 15'

planting zones

9b-11

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Myrtillocactus geometrizans 'San Bartolo' plant details

Myrtillocactus geometrizans 'San Bartolo' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Myrtillocactus geometrizans 'San Bartolo'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: bare root shipping available, container plant, edible, houseplant, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Myrtillocactus geometrizans 'San Bartolo'

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Myrtillocactus geometrizans is a columnar cactus which with time forms a thick candelabrum-like structure, tall and broad up to 15ft. Native to central and southern Mexico, this plant will prosper in temperate, Mediterranean-like climates. Delicate, creamy white flowers attract pollinators and eventually yield blueberry-type of fruit called bilberry, that is edible. The fruit of "San Bartolo" variety turns a deep red color and is semi-sweet if left to ripen for long enough.

This plant has been grown in a 1 ga pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. The plant is shipped "dry root" (without dirt).