Echinocactus texensis

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Has any one tried growing one of these? Probably hardy to 0F with good drainage,beautiful flowers,the petals look like feathers,also supposedly the largest cold hardy barrel-

Posted : 30/03/2009 2:20 pm

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I have seen them here in Idaho, but in most years they need some protection. I tried on last year, but I planted it late in the season and it died. It was protected also. If I try them again, it will be with a smaller cheaper plant. 😆

I know of some that have been in a garden for 10 years or better. 😉

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Posted : 04/04/2009 3:27 am

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Yea DZ,I think they need to be kept bone dry and above 0F to survive,this cactus has very cool looking flowers!

Posted : 05/04/2009 10:53 am

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Heres a link to a pic of the blooms these produce-

Posted : 07/04/2009 12:05 pm

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I think I may have some of those growing on my property? And maybe some enchinocactus horizonthalonius? I know both of them are found on surounding ranches. 😀

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Posted : 08/04/2009 1:03 pm

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I would like to order a couple 😉

Posted : 10/04/2009 5:11 pm