Ferocactus chrysacanthus

Barrel Cactus

Family: Cactaceae Cactus


Type Perennial, succulent
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Red, yellow
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Container, rock garden
Height 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm
Spread 6" to 12" / 15cm to 30cm
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Yellow
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attracts birds, native to North America, invasive