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Fishhook Barrel Cactus

Ferocactus Wislizeni

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Overview

The Fishhook Barrel Cactus, Ferocactus wislizeni, thrives in arid environments. Ranging from 1 to 6 feet in height and 1 to 3 feet in diameter, its curved spines resemble fishhooks. This slow-growing desert native exhibits a cylindrical form with ribbed, green flesh and bright yellow to red blooms atop the crown in late summer. Requires full sun and well-drained soil; minimal water needs make it an ideal xeriscape specimen. Hardy up to 150°F.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–10Type CactusClimate Arid
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — This slow-growing desert native exhibits a cylindrical form with ribbed
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — Ranging from 1 to 6 feet in height and 1 to 3 feet in diameter, its curved spines resemble fishhooksFishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — Requires full sun and well-drained soil; minimal water needs make it an ideal xeriscape specimenFishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — mimicking arid conditionsFishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — With its low water requirementsFishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — an iconic species of the North American desertsFishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — It requires minimal watering and care+48

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Cactus
Family
Cactaceae
Climate
Arid

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Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — This slow-growing desert native exhibits a cylindrical form with ribbed
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — Ranging from 1 to 6 feet in height and 1 to 3 feet in diameter, its curved spines resemble fishhooks
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — Requires full sun and well-drained soil; minimal water needs make it an ideal xeriscape specimen
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — mimicking arid conditions
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — With its low water requirements
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — an iconic species of the North American deserts
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — It requires minimal watering and care
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — green flesh and bright yellow to red blooms atop the crown in late summer
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — funnel-shaped flowers that range in color from yellow to red-orange
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — This slow-growing desert native exhibits a cylindrical form with ribbed; it thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — presents a unique and robust aesthetic for any arid landscape design
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — providing additional visual interest to the plant profile.<br><br>When integrating into your landscape
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — green flesh and bright yellow to red blooms atop the crown in late summer; cactus for full
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — cactus with red blooms
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — However, handling should be done carefully due to the hooked spines
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — The Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus wislizeni)
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — This cylindrical cactus grows slowly
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — eventually reaching up to 2 to 6 feet in height and 18 to 30 inches in diameter
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — presents a unique and robust aesthetic for any arid landscape design; this slow-growing desert native exhibits
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — adding a vibrant splash atop its crown
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — The Fishhook Barrel Cactus, Ferocactus wislizeni, thrives in arid environments
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — Plant it in native soil or a cactus mix to support proper root health
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — cactus for full
Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Wislizeni) — The Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus wislizeni); the blooms are followd by yellow
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