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Carnegiea gigantea

Saguaro

Plant photo of: Carnegiea gigantea
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Olin Miller

 

Description

Large cactus that grows very slowly to 20' x 10' or larger. Consider mature size. Medium green ribs lined with gray spines. Large showy white flowers appear in late spring followed by red fruits. Fruits are enjoyed by birds. Accepts reflected sun. Consider mature size when planing. The signature plant of Arizona. Native to the Sonoran Desert.

 

Plant Type

Cactus

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

With Rocks

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.