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Echinocactus Horizonthalonius var. Moelleri (Texas Blue Barrel)

1 gal. plant

2 gal. plant

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CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS:

Recommended Temperature Zone:

USDA: 9-10 Zone Chart

Sunset: 12-24 Zone Chart

Frost Protection:

Hardy to 14° F (-10°C)

Sun Exposure:

Can do well in full sun, but perfers partial shade in Phoenix.

Origin and Range:

Mexico (Nuevo Leon, San Luis Potosi), USA (Arizona, New Mexico)

Growth Habits:

Very slow growing to 12 ". Singular

Watering Needs:

Water lightly in summer. No water in winter.

Soil / Container requirements

When container grown needs good drainage. Grows in rocky, sandy soil in landscape.

Propagation:

Grown form seeds.
Blooming Habits:

Pinkish-red flowers 2 to 3 inches in diameter. Flowers end of March to to early June.