[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 9b-10
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 1-2′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 1-2′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Variegated, Green and Buttery Yellow
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: White
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low
Sunburst Aeonium forms large pinwheels of variegated green and creamy yellow, sometimes reaching the size of small plates. Easy to care for and adaptable, it thrives in full sun on the coast and prefers filtered sun inland. Drought tolerant once established, it is an excellent choice in rock gardens and succulent beds. Over time a clump will form and the stems will become longer giving the plant a curvy elevated form.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 9b-10
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 2-3′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 2-3′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green with Cream and Red
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Yellow
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low
An especially ornamental succulent, Kiwi Aeonium forms a kaleidoscope of colorful rosettes in shades of green and cream edged with red. Offsets freely, eventually forming a clump. Excellent in rock gardens and succulent planters. Like many succulents, it can tolerate full coastal sun but needs protection from harsh afternoon sun inland. In winter it should be protected from frost and wet weather.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 8b-11
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 15-25′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green with Golden Yellow Spines
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: White
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low
Known as Argentine Saguaro Cactus, this is a fast growing alternative for those who don’t wish to wait for an actual saguaro to reach an impressive size. Growing up to 18 inches a year in ideal conditions, they form numerous upright branches and become tree like in appearance. Highly adaptable to high heat and full sun, it has beautiful golden spines that glow when back lit from the sun. Native to the semi-arid Chaco forest habitat of Argentina and Bolivia. Considered to be more adaptable to temperate winter climates than many low desert species. Protect growing tips from frost when young.
Reference note: This species is sometimes also called Trichocereus terscheckii
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 8b-9
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 15-30′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 1-3′ to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green with Orange Spines
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Pinkish White
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low
Native to the high mountain slopes of Argentina and Bolivia, Pasacana Tree Cactus is similar in appearance to Saguaro but usually remains single trunked until late in its life. It forms a massive green trunk with orange spines that become tufted with white hair in maturity. A slow grower that has been known to live up to 300 years, it has a narrow range in its native habitat and prefers protection from hard frost and winter wet.
Reference note: this cactus is also known as Echinopsis atacamensis subs. pasacana.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 9b-11
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 15-25′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 10-15′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Gray Green with Long Silver Spines
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: White, Night Blooming
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low
Native to the deserts and low forests of Argentina, Bolivia and Paraguay. Toothpick Cactus is one of the most widely grown columnar cactus species. Tall growing and tree-like with branching arms and long silver spines that resemble toothpicks. A night blooming cactus, it has white petaled flowers that remain open until the next morning. Prefers well drained porous soil. Protect from hard freezes and keep dry in cold wet weather.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 9b-11
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 15-20′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 10-15′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Turquoise Blue
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: White
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low to Moderate
Blue Torch Cactus is a trunking cactus with branching arms, making it look similar to a miniature Saguaro but in brilliant turquoise blue. Native to Brazil, it becomes tree like with age. Its translucent yellow spines turn gray when mature, eventually becoming surrounded by soft hair like tufts. The powder blue glaucous coloring is brightest on new growth and can be smudged by fingerprints if handled. Also known by the trade name Pilosocereus azureus, although Pilosocereus pachycladus is its official botanical nomenclature. Moderate water is appreciated during the hot growing season, but avoid exposure to wet winter conditions when plants are dormant and susceptible to rot. Prefers well drained soil and requires protection from freezing cold below 30F.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 9-10
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 10′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 10′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Grayish Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Light Pink, Night Blooming
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low
Totem Pole Cactus is a slow growing smooth skinned columnar cactus that grows with bumpy irregular protrusions resembling carved faces. Oddly geometric in appearance, it looks stunning as a specimen especially when grown with other xeric species or against the backdrop of a wall. Branches sparingly and eventually forms a tall, wide clump. Prefers porous well drained soil and protection from rain in winter. Young columns can be protected from damage with styrofoam cups used as cold caps in freezing weather.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 8-10
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 3-4′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green with Reddish Spines and White Fibrous Hair
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Magenta
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low
Old Man of the Andes Cactus is native to the highlands of the Andes mountains in South America. Fibrous white hairs cover its spines and give it an overall shaggy appearance. In desert climates, protection from midday sun may be required to prevent sunburn. Prefers porous well drained soil. Cold hardy to 10F. Keep dry in winter.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 9-10
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 6′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 4′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green with White Spines
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Red
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low
Native to the highlands of Ecuador and Peru, Eve’s Needle Cactus thrives in hot weather and is fast growing and quick to establish. Forms attractive stands of succulent green branches with green leaves and white spines. Adds lushness to dry landscapes and is useful at the back of the border or to create a privacy screen. Prefers excellent drainage.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 9b-11
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 1-2′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 1-3′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Blue Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Greenish White
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low
Crested Blue Candle Cactus is native to Mexico and is popular in cultivation due to its vigor and ease of care. The ‘Elite’ crested form was chosen for its superior color and tight crest formation, making it highly desirable to collectors. Plant in a fast draining cactus mix. Cold hardy to 25F. Keep dry in winter.