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Blue Cereus

Cereus Hexagonus

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Overview

Blue Cereus (Cereus hexagonus), also known as the Lady of the Night, is a tall, columnar cactus that can reach heights of over 20 feet. Its striking blue-green stems are ribbed with occasional spines and mature specimens may span up to 6 inches in diameter. Night-blooming white flowers emerge in summer, offering a contrast against the blue tones. Ideal for dry, well-drained areas, it requires minimal maintenance and full sun exposure.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–10Type CactusClimate Arid
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — offers a distinctive sculptural aesthetic to any landscape design
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — waxy skin and six to eight pronounced ribs running the length of each column make it an eye-catching addition, image 62Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — white flowers in the garden; thriving in temperatures that do not typically drop below 30&deg;FBlue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — <br><br>During its blooming period in late spring to early summer; they are followed by edible, image 66Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — columnar cactus that can reach heights of over 20 feet; the columns tend to branch out as the plant ages, creating a naturalBlue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — which makes it versatile for various landscape settingsBlue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — this cactus is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11; also known as the Lady of the Night, image 60+71

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
10–15 Ft.
Mature width
10–15 Ft.

Classification

Type
Cactus
Family
Cactaceae
Climate
Arid

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Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — offers a distinctive sculptural aesthetic to any landscape design
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — waxy skin and six to eight pronounced ribs running the length of each column make it an eye-catching addition, image 62
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — white flowers in the garden; thriving in temperatures that do not typically drop below 30&deg;F
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — <br><br>During its blooming period in late spring to early summer; they are followed by edible, image 66
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — columnar cactus that can reach heights of over 20 feet; the columns tend to branch out as the plant ages, creating a natural
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — which makes it versatile for various landscape settings
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — this cactus is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11; also known as the Lady of the Night, image 60
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — cactus for full
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — Night-blooming white flowers emerge in summer, offering a contrast against the blue tones; pinkish-red fruits that are
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — towering columns reaching heights of up to 33 feet
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — offers a distinctive sculptural aesthetic to any landscape design; towering columns reaching heights of up to 33, image 57
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — cactus for full; the Blue Cereus serves as a striking focal point or a dramatic backdrop for lower-growing flora
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — Minimal watering is needed, as the cactus is drought-tolerant, storing water in its thick stems; originating from the tropical
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — this cactus is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — Ideal for dry, well-drained areas, it requires minimal maintenance and full sun exposure; cactus with white blooms, image 56
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — also known as the Lady of the Night
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — The columns tend to branch out as the plant ages, creating a natural treelike form; when incorporated into the, image 63
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — Originating from the tropical rainforests of South America; minimal watering is needed, as the cactus is drought-tolerant
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — The columns tend to branch out as the plant ages, creating a natural treelike form; when incorporated into the landscape
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — The large, white, nocturnal flowers can span up to 8 inches across and emit a pleasing, delicate fragrance; offers a
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — pinkish-red fruits that are approximately 2 to 4 inches long.<br><br>For proper care
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — cactus with white blooms; the large, white, nocturnal flowers can span up to 8 inches across and emit a pleasing, delicate
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — waxy skin and six to eight pronounced ribs running the length of each column make it an eye-catching addition; night-time
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — Night-blooming white flowers emerge in summer, offering a contrast against the blue tones
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