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Echinopsis 'Barber Pole'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 5"-6"
  • W: 5"-6"

planting zones

  • 9b-10b

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Echinopsis 'Barber Pole' plant details

Echinopsis 'Barber Pole' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Echinopsis 'Barber Pole'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 IN - 6 IN - wide, 5 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, repeat-blooming, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Echinopsis 'Barber Pole'

USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Echinopsis 'Barber Pole' plant

How to Grow Echinopsis 'Barber Pole'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • magenta
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
    • fuzzy
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