Echinocactus grusonii

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Golden Barrel Cactus

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Globe shaped trunk, vertical ribs lined with thick rows of golden spines, Slow to 3', Containers, Full sun but prefers some shade in low desert, well drained soil, rots with poor drainage,,

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Succulent, Cactus

 

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Gold, Yellow

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Check your irrigation systems at least once per month (or after each mowing).

Monitor each cycle to identify obvious problems and to confirm that all of the components are functioning properly.

Contact your water agency for assistance.