Saguaro

Overview

The Saguaro (Carnegiea gigantea) is an iconic cactus native to the Sonoran Desert. Towering at 40-60 feet tall when mature, these columnar plants may develop arms, adding to their distinctive silhouette. The ribbed, green stems can span 1-2 feet in diameter, while white, night-blooming flowers and red fruit grace the crown. Saguaros require full sun, well-drained soil, and thrive in hot, arid conditions. They are slow-growing, often living over 150 years.