Classification
3307
Small (4-6") Straight Cactus, Dark Red
Size
Small (4-6")
Form
Straight Cactus
Color
Dark Red
Hybridizer
Ambrose
Year Added to ADS
1996
Awards
Dudley Medal
Growing Info
- Height: 1.5–3 ft
- Bloom season: Midsummer to first frost
- Hardiness zones: 8-11
- Staking needed: Not typically
- Pinching: Pinch the center shoot at 12" tall to encourage branching.
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