| The spiny, sometimes edible fruit of this Cactus give it its name. Round or column-shaped stems carry buds that form beneath spiny skin, then burst through to produce showy, long-lasting flowers. Plant outdoors in an airy, well-ventilated spot in warm, dry climates, elsewhere, in greenhouses or indoors. Water moderately from spring to fall and very lightly or not at all in winter. |
This clumping type produces edible red fruits about the size of a grape.
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Attributes - Echinocereus engelmannii
Plant Type: Succulent
Bloom Season: Early Summer through Late Summer
Flower Color: Lavender, Purple, Red
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 1 ft. 6 in. to 2 ft.
Width: 3 ft.
Sunlight: Full Sun
Climate: Zones 8, 9, 10, 11
Notes: Thrives in Dry Climates, Hot Climates. Container Plants, Drought Tolerant, Edible, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers.
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