Golden Barrel Cactus
We may or may not have this in store at Heeman's. Products and quantity vary by season.
| Height | 24 inches |
|---|---|
| Spread | 3 feet |
A slow growing, barrel shaped cactus displaying prominent ribs adorned with bright golden spines; bright yellow flowers from late spring to summer on mature specimens in full sun; a stunning accent plant for a bright indoor area
Additional Information
| Colour | yellow |
|---|---|
| Effect | Close-up |
| Form | Cup |
| Hold | Atop |
| Period | from late spring to early summer |
| Value | High |
| Evergreen Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Detail | Succulent |
| Marking Colour | Gold |
| Markings | Spines |
| Shape | Round |
| Summer Colour | dark green |
| Texture | spiny |
|---|---|
| Value | High |
| Stem Colour | Green |
| Hardiness Zone | 9a |
|---|---|
| Sunlight | full sun to partial shade |
| Moisture | dry |
| Soil Type | sandy |
| Plant Form | barrel |
| Plant Origin | import |
| Landscape Application | Accent, Container, Massing, Rock |
| Pollution Tolerance | medium |
| Growth Rate | slow |
| Branching | branchless |
| Canopy | closed |
| Density | open |
| Family | Cactus |
| Genus | Echinocactus |
| Other Species Names | Golden Ball Cactus, Mother-in-law's Seat |
| Species | grusonii |
| Lifespan | 20 |
| Pruning | never prune |
| Propagation | division |
| Texture | fine |
