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Cereus hildmannianus

Hildmann Cactus

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Information by:         Photographer: Olin Miller

 

Description

Hildmann Cactus is tall and treelike. Can form bushes to 10 ft. tall wich can eventually spread to 15 ft. Has a striking bluish green color with scattered spines. Produces large white flowers that are 6-7 in. long and 5 in. across.

 

Plant Type

Succulent, Cactus

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

Yellow, White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Green, Red

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees, Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.