

| Cactus Golden Barrel |
Echinocactus grusonii
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Type | Cacti |
| Product Description | Native of Mexico. Light green cactus with bright, yellow spines that are stiff, 3" long. As it matures, it may spawn offsets. Very popular as a container plant or used as a dramatic point of interest in the garden. Mass plantings are very effective as well. Slow growth rate. Protect from hard frost. | |
| Flower | Yellow 1 1/2" to 2" wide | |
| Mature Size | 4' x 2' | |
| Water | Very low | |
| Exposure | Full sun | |
| Spacing | 1 1/2' | |
| Soil | Loam; rocky; sand; akaline; well drained | |
| Planting Time | April through October | |
| Comments | Almost extinct in wild due to loss of habitat. | |